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As a medical coder, I have learnt all the coding skills through practical knowledge. Here, I am just to share my experience about how to code a live medical record or chart. The beginners who want to pursue a career in medical coding will not be able to know about the coding skills. He or … Read more
Shoulder pain is a common complaint amongst adults and can significantly affect daily activities and quality of life. Right shoulder pain is particularly common due to the right shoulder being the dominant one in most individuals. A proper diagnosis is essential in managing right shoulder pain, and one such tool that physicians use to classify … Read more
Introduction |Feeding tube for dysphagia Dysphagia is a medical condition that affects the ability to swallow food and liquids. It can occur due to a variety of reasons, such as neurological disorders, head and neck injuries, or cancer. Dysphagia can lead to malnutrition, dehydration, and aspiration pneumonia, which can further complicate the condition. One of … Read more
Different definition and Meaning of Aspirate Here are different definitions or meanings of the topic “What is the meaning of aspirate”: In phonetics, aspiration is a feature of the production of certain consonant sounds, where a burst of air accompanies the sound. Aspirated sounds are produced with a longer duration and a more audible release … Read more
What medical coding productivity standards are and why they matter? Medical coding productivity standards are guidelines and benchmarks used to measure the productivity of medical coders, who are responsible for translating medical diagnoses, procedures, and treatments into standardized codes for reimbursement and data analysis purposes. These standards are used to ensure that medical coders are … Read more
What is Electronic Health Record (EHR) An Electronic Health Record (EHR) is a digital version of a patient’s medical record that contains information about their health history, diagnoses, medications, allergies, laboratory and imaging results, and other pertinent medical information. EHRs are designed to be accessible to authorized healthcare providers, such as physicians, nurses, and pharmacists, … Read more
Definition of Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) refers to the process of managing the financial aspects of a healthcare organization’s interactions with patients, from the initial point of contact through payment collection. It involves managing the administrative and clinical functions that contribute to the capture, management, and collection of patient service revenue. … Read more
As we are moving close to 2024, their are some addition, deletion and revision of ICD 10 PCS codes happening in the coming future. Yes, we hae some 78 new, 14 revised and 5 deleted codes for inpatient medical coders in ICD-10 PCS codes for 2024/ As per the update, the ICD-10-PCS codes for year … Read more
Code description of CPT code 92012 and 92014 Medical coders still have lot of confusion in using Ophthalmological services for new and established patients. If you know the exact reason for which this exams are performed you would easily learn about these codes. I will just share about the established patient in this post and … Read more
Introduction: Stiff Person Syndrome Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) is a rare neurological disorder characterized by muscle stiffness and spasms, primarily affecting the trunk and limbs. It is caused by the loss of inhibitory neurons in the central nervous system leading to excessive muscle contractions. The onset of symptoms occurs during early adulthood, and the condition … Read more