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Cardiovascular Stress test CPT code Coding Guide
Basics of Stress test cpt code 93015, 93016, 93017 & 93018 Their is a lot of confusion regarding coding Stress test cpt code. Many coders still not able to code…
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Medical coding Examples or Sample Charts for Coders
Since, we are here to learn about medical coding, we have to go through the charts as well. The medical coding charts are little difficult to understand in the beginning…
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Ultrasound Complete vs Limited: 76700 vs 76705 Coding Guide
Ultrasound Complete vs Limited Abdomen In Radiology facility, one CPT code can be used for multiple organs or anatomic site. As we know radiology CPT codes falls under 70000 and…
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CBC CPT code 85025 & 85027 Coding Guide
Basics of CBC CPT code 85025 & 85027 These tests may be ordered as a complete automated blood count (CBC). The specimen is whole blood. Method is automated cell counter.…
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CPT code 80053 : Basic & Comprehensive Metabolic Panel Coding Tips
Difference Between Basic (BMP) and comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) (CPT code 80053) Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP) – tests that measure blood sugar (glucose) levels, electrolyte and fluid balance, and provide…
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CPT code 96372, 96365, 96374 and 96360: Coding Guidelines
Basics about CPT code 96365, 96372, 96374 and 96360 Coding of diagnostic and therapeutic infusion, hydration are based on the stated hierarchy. As per the hierarchy, infusions should be coded primary…
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Cpt code for Urinalysis: Basic Coding Guidelines for Coders
Basics of CPT code for Urinalysis Urinalysis is examination for urine for accessing or diagnosing various disease states like urinary tract infections, bleeding in the urinary system, or kidney or…
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Earn FREE CEUs for AAPC Members from FREE Quizzes
CEUs (Continue Education Unit) are very important to retain AAPC or AHIMA certificate. These CEUs are to be submitted at the end the year. But, most of the time the…
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CPT code 99173, 99174 & 99177 : Visual Screening Coding Guide
Basics of CPT code 99173, 99174 & 99177 Visual acuity refers to the clarity or clearness of the vision, a measure of how well a person sees. Visual acuity testing…
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CPT code 90471, 90472 : Vaccine Administration Coding tips
Basics for G codes & CPT code 90471, 90472, 90473, +90474 For Medicare, the use G codes is very common for billing specific procedures. For example, the Vaccine administration codes…