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In radiology facility, the medical charts are very descriptive. Yes, there are certain specific information given in chart for coding correct CPT and ICD 10 codes. As per my experience, the Technique, Reason for exam & the Conclusion (impression) are the main section of radiology medical charts to code them perfectly. Now, to code a … Read more
Basics about Q6 modifier Locum physicians are the Credential Medicare substitute physician who is also called as locum tenens. These physicians are independent contractor. The physician takes care of regular physician services in their absence. These physicians are paid a fixed price by the regular physician for taking care of services in their absence. The … Read more
In radiology coding, we usually come across CT,CTA, MRI, X-ray reports etc. charts which are very common in this facility. Radiology coding is not difficult if you know how to read and code a medical report. Yes, we don’t have to take any training or clear any CPC certification exam to be a radiology coder. If … Read more
We are have specific CPT codes for skin biopsy. These procedure codes will be more specific compared to previous procedure codes. Their are around 6 CPT codes for skin biopsy, punch biopy and incisional biopsy. Before going ahead have a look at the some of the coding tips for different facility in coding. Coding guide … Read more
What is MIPS or PQRS Measure? The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) was a reporting program of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). It gave eligible professionals (EPs) the opportunity to assess the quality of care they were providing to their patients, helping to ensure that patients get the right care at the … Read more
CPT code 75774 is reported for each additional vessel studied after the basic, initial study. It involves manipulating the catheter into additional second, third, or higher order vessels within a vascular family and performing injection of contrast and taking additional films. This code is an add-on code and cannot stand alone. Case scenario 1 for … Read more
As a medical coder, I always wanted to learn all the coding facilities. The best thing I like about medical coding is that, you can learn everything here. The amount of knowledge you gain while coding a medical report is unbelievable. Initially people have difficulty in coding a medical report, but when they know everything … Read more
Procedures codes are very important in Medical coding. The process of payment mostly depends on CPT codes. Each CPT code refers a procedure, which has a particular dollar value. Medical coders need to use one or multiple procedure codes to define a procedure. But, even a single unit of change in CPT code will completely … Read more
Basics about Kissing Stents CPT code For coding vascular procedure in interventional radiology, a through knowledge about blood vessels is very important. For both upper and lower extremity coding procedures, coder should have a good anatomic knowledge about arteries and veins. Also, the medical coder should follow the coding rules of vascular families while coding … Read more
Medical billing is a also a very important part of Revenue Cycle Management (RCM). The Medical bill is the chief important document for the payment from the payer. The medical billing part includes lot of terminologies which needs to be understood by everyone. These important terms will help you clear give more information about medical … Read more