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X ray Chest Cpt Code Coding guide for Coders
Basics about X ray Chest Cpt Code 71045-71048 X rays are the most frequently coded charts in the profession of medical coding. As we know, the most commonly coded x rays…
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CPT code 29914, 29915 and 29916: Coding tips
Basics of CPT code 29914, 29915, and 29916 CPT code 29914, 29915, and 29916 represent procedures performed specifically for the treatment of femoroacetabular impingement (FAI). In FAI, the femoral head and…
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Sequence of Payment and Informational Modifiers
Basics of Modifiers Modifier plays a key roles in modification of procedure and also in the proper payment. Modifiers helps in changing or altering the procedure based on the scenario…
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Coding guide for CPT code 76881 & 76882 for Extremity ultrasound
Basics of CPT code 76881 and 76882 Their are many codes in radiology facility which are divided as completed and limited category. For example, the ultrasound abdomen has completed ultrasound…
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CPT code 36415 (Venipuncture) Coding guide for coders
Basics of CPT code 36415 (Venipuncture) Venipuncture is surgical puncture of a vein especially for the withdrawal of blood or for intravenous medication. There are several different methods for the…
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Cardioversion CPT code 92960 & 92961 Coding tips for Coders
Basics of Cardioversion CPT code 92960 & 92661 Cardioversion has been coded as external and internal procedure in medical coding. CPT code 92960 and 92961 are used to report cardioversion…
Posted inICD 10 Medical coding
Difference between Aftercare and Followup ICD 10 codes
Being a Medical coder, we always face new challenges in coding ICD 10 codes. In ICD 9 diagnosis codes, we were not so much confused because of limited number of…
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Coding guide for CPT code 99441, 99442 & 99443
Description of CPT code 99441, 99442 & 99443 Telephone E/M services are provided to a patient, parent, or guardian and do not originate from a related E/M service within the…
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Preventive Medicine Services, NEW & ESTABLISHED Patient
Preventive medicine services focus on the health of individuals and defined populations in order to protect, promote, and maintain health, well being, and to prevent disease, disability, and premature death. PREVENTIVE…
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How to Remove A (Apprentice) from CPC-A
CPC stands for Certified Professional Coder. CPC is an exam conducted by AAPC for medical coders or any professional who wants to make a career in medical coding. If you…