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Revenue Code 0360 Explained: Complete Guide to Operating Room Billing

Key Takeaways Revenue Code 0360 is the general classification for hospital operating room facility charges — it bills the OR space, staff, and equipment, not the surgeon's professional fee. It…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC May 6, 2026

Medical coding

New HCPCS Codes for Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulators : Complete Coding Guide

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) introduced six new HCPCS Level II codes in the April 2026 Integrated Outpatient Code Editor (I/OCE) Version 27.1. These updates are effective…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC May 4, 2026

ICD 10 Medical coding

Coding Thyroid Disorders: What Outpatient Coders Actually Need to Know

Thyroid charts are rarely tidy. You'll open one up and find a stack of lab values, a symptom list, a medication history, maybe an imaging report, sometimes a surgical note…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC May 3, 2026

Medical coding

Biopsy vs Excision Coding: A Complete CPT Guide for Medical Coders (2026 Update)

Understanding when to code a procedure as a biopsy versus an excision or other treatment is essential for accurate CPT coding, compliance, and reimbursement. Misinterpreting the intent of the procedure…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC April 16, 2026

ICD 10 Medical coding

ICD-10-CM Fracture Coding: Complete Guide to 7th Character Selection for Medical Coders

Accurate fracture coding in ICD-10-CM is critical for proper reimbursement, compliance, and clinical documentation. One of the most important—and often misunderstood—components is the 7th character, which communicates both the type…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC April 15, 2026

Medical coding ICD-10-PCS

Understanding the Device Character in ICD-10-PCS Coding

Over the past decade, the ICD-10-PCS code set has consistently required seven characters to accurately report inpatient procedures. Each character represents a distinct component of the procedure performed. Within the…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC April 10, 2026

Medical coding

Mid-Year CPT® Code Updates 2026: New Codes, Revisions & Deletions (Effective July 1)

Staying updated with CPT® code changes is critical for every medical coder, biller, and healthcare organization. The American Medical Association (AMA) has released mid-year CPT® updates for 2026, impacting Category…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC April 7, 2026

Medical coding Surgery

Tympanoplasty & Tympanostomy CPT Codes: Complete Medical Coding Guide (2026)

Introduction: Middle Ear Surgery Coding Overview Accurate CPT coding for middle ear surgical procedures is one of the most nuanced areas in otolaryngology (ENT) medical coding. Whether you are coding…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC April 3, 2026

Surgery Medical coding

FNA CPT code 10004–10012, 10021 Complete coding guide

Introduction Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) biopsy coding is one of the most commonly tested and confusing topics in medical coding. Many coders struggle when multiple lesions, different imaging modalities, or…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC April 1, 2026

Medical coding

Radiation Oncology Coding Guide (2026): CPT Codes, Modifiers & Billing Made Simple

Radiation oncology coding can feel complex—but once you understand the structure, it becomes highly logical. In this guide, you’ll learn how to accurately code radiation oncology services, including CPT codes,…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC March 30, 2026