In ICD 10, there are lot of diagnosis codes which are very interesting to code. Being a medical coder, I always have to come across to different scenarios in a…
There are many ICD codes, which appears to be easy to code but difficult to code. I have generally come up with many of such diagnosis codes. For example, status…
Intro about Cpt code for Mammogram Diagnostic Mammogram exam are performed as Screening or Diagnostic. The Screening mammogram, which is done at regular interval after crossing an age of 40,…
When to use CPT code 74245 & 74249 Small bowel follow through CPT code in radiology, we have few codes which are little tricky to understand. Here, we are discussing…
From the time ICD 10 codes have been implemented, coders are facing lot of issues with new diagnosis codes. Injury codes in ICD 10 are still creating problems for coders.…
What is ICD c0de for Cervical Radiculopathy? The pain which is a result of any condition that irritates a nerve in the cervical spine region, is clinically described a Cervical radiculopathy.…
Basics of CPT code 74178 Computed tomography directs multiple thin beams of x-rays at the body structure being studied and uses computer imaging to produce thin, cross-sectional views of various…
Medical Coding Example 1 EXAM: NM GASTRIC EMPTYING STUDY REASON FOR STUDY: Nausea and vomiting CLINICAL HISTORY: Nausea and vomiting TECHNIQUE: A standard meal consisting of Eggbeater 4 oz, toast,…