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ICD-10 Pregnancy Coding Guidelines: Obstetric Coding Tips for Chapter 15

Mastering ICD-10 pregnancy coding guidelines is a game-changer for medical coders handling obstetric cases. These rules in Chapter 15 ICD-10 pregnancy codes focus on trimester final characters to ensure specificity, boost reimbursements, and ace…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC February 19, 2026

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ICD-10-CM Coding for Alcohol-Related Disorders (Simplified Guide)

Alcohol-related disorders are classified under ICD-10-CM category F10. These codes are used when a patient has problems related to alcohol use, such as abuse, dependence, intoxication, or withdrawal. Use of…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC February 10, 2026

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AMA Adds 28 New Category III Codes to the CPT® Code Set

The American Medical Association (AMA) continues to evolve the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code set to keep pace with rapid advancements in medical technology and clinical innovation. On December 30,…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC February 6, 2026

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CMS 2026 Telehealth & Remote Monitoring Updates

Telehealth billing continues to evolve rapidly, and the CMS Calendar Year (CY) 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) Final Rule introduces several important changes that affect medical coding, billing, and…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC February 2, 2026

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90471 CPT Code – Complete Guide to Billing & Reimbursement

Introduction for code 90471 CPT codes are standardized medical billing codes created and maintained by the American Medical Association (AMA). These codes allow healthcare providers, hospitals, and insurers to communicate…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC February 2, 2026

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99396 CPT Code – Complete Guide to Billing & Guidelines

Topic Quick Answer What is 99396? Annual preventive exam for established patients aged 40–64 Type of visit Preventive (wellness), not sick visit Who can bill it? Primary care physicians and…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC February 1, 2026

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CPT Code 76942 – A Complete coding Guide

Introduction CPT codes are the foundation of medical billing in the United States. Created and maintained by the American Medical Association (AMA), these standardized numeric codes describe medical, surgical, and…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC February 1, 2026

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93000 CPT Code Description: A Complete Guide

Introduction Understanding the 93000 CPT code description is one of the most common challenges for new medical coders, billing teams, and even clinicians. Many professionals know it relates to an…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC February 1, 2026

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April 2026 ICD-10-PCS Alert: 80 New Codes You Must Know

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released a significant quarterly update to the ICD-10-PCS (Procedure Coding System). Effective April 1, 2026, hospitals must implement 80 new procedure…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC January 22, 2026

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MRI Safety Services for Patients With Implants

A Practical Coding Guide With Examples (CPT® 76014–76019) Patients who have implanted medical devices or retained foreign bodies often require additional safety evaluation before undergoing an MRI. These safety steps…

Jitendra M.Sc CPC January 18, 2026