Author name: Addison Barnes

Billing for tendon sheath injections? You should apply the correct code to receive complete reimbursement on time. Injecting medicine is often the ideal treatment for reducing inflammation and pain. That’s why healthcare providers, including orthopedic surgeons, usually administer injections directly into the tendon sheath to address conditions like tenosynovitis.  CPT code 20550 covers this procedure. […]

Healthcare billing requires precision. That’s especially true for audiometric procedures. That’s because audiometric billing involves many details, rules, and billing restrictions. Even small mistakes while submitting claims can lead to denials.  A frequently used ENT billing code is CPT code 92567. In this guide, we will go through the code’s proper application, billing requirements, and

Diabetes is one of the most common diseases in the United States. Around 38 million Americans, or every 1 in 10, have diabetes, and about 90% to 95% of them have type 2 diabetes. Because of its high prevalence, precise diagnoses and effective treatments are available nationwide. However, many healthcare providers face challenges while billing

Medical billing includes using a specific set of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes to facilitate communication between insurance payers and healthcare practices. These 5-digit codes are a challenge for medical professionals because most physicians are unaware of the correct applications of CPT codes.  These issues affect all medical specialties, including ENT practices. We have decided

Orthopedic billing is challenging and requires attention to detail, especially when it involves complex surgical interventions. One such procedure is a total knee arthroplasty, which is billed using CPT code 27447. However, billing errors are common while filing claims for joint arthroplasty. That’s why our billing experts at MediBillMD have compiled this comprehensive guide of

Like all other specialties, ENT practices have their own unique billing challenges. That is especially true for diagnostic procedures. Why does this matter? Because improper documentation and coding directly impact revenue and compliance.  One diagnostic procedure that is frequently performed in ENT practices is flexible laryngoscopy, represented by CPT code 31575. However, despite its frequent

Do you know what the leading cause of death in the United States is? Heart diseases. For many years, heart diseases have been at the top of the list and, by estimates, will remain on top for many more years. This makes cholesterol testing an important tool for the prevention and management of cardiovascular issues.

Around 20 million Americans have thyroid disease, but 60% do not even know that they have it. The reason? They never get tested! Thyroid testing (including blood tests that measure the level of thyroid-stimulating hormones) is the most effective way to diagnose thyroid disorders. But is their billing as effective? Find out as we explore

ENT practices often encounter unique billing challenges. These may range from accurately coding specialized diagnostic procedures to understanding modifier usage for various anatomical exams. These intricacies make it integral to pay attention to the details while billing for procedures, such as nasal endoscopies (CPT code 31231).  Failure to follow the billing and reimbursement guidelines set