Author name: Addison Barnes

Did you know that joint fusions are one of the most performed orthopedic surgeries in the healthcare industry? According to a 2023 study, around 12,978 sacroiliac joint fusion procedures were performed on Medicare beneficiaries, and 76.5% of those procedures were minimally invasive. But still, orthopedists are losing money. Why? Because the claim denial rate remains […]

Guiding your patients through cardiac rehab is a cornerstone of recovery. However, ensuring your billing accurately reflects that care should not be a hurdle. Therefore, understanding the nuances of the relevant coding is essential. This guide serves as your go-to resource for billing CPT code 93798.  It focuses on simplifying the billing process for cardiac

Stress tests might be intense for your patients, but their coding shouldn’t be stressful for you! Did you only interpret a cardiac stress test? Keep in mind that you cannot bill for it using a global service code. Every cardiologist and cardiology professional knows that a stress test has three components: supervision, the technical part,

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease, affecting around 1 in 20 adults aged 20 or above in the U.S. CAD is, in fact, so severe that it claimed nearly 371,506 American lives in 2022. Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA), also known as percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), can treat such

Cardiac surgery is one of the most challenging medical specialties. According to a study published in the Journal of Vascular Surgery, the attrition rate in cardiac surgery residency and fellowship programs is between 0.4% and 5.9%. Those who cope with burnout during training are often unable to simultaneously manage clinical and non-clinical duties later on,

In the dynamic realm of cardiac imaging, every tool plays a vital role in unraveling the complexities of the heart. For cardiologists, echocardiography is an integral procedure. It offers invaluable insights into the structure and function of the heart.  However, when the nuances of blood flow demand deeper scrutiny, advanced techniques come into play. Add-on

Is your practice losing revenue because you don’t know the difference between CPT codes 93015, 93016, 93017, and 93018? Let us simplify this for you! We all know how complicated medical billing is, but coding for a cardiac stress test is on another level. You must accurately distinguish between different codes for different test components,

Are you in charge of monitoring cardiac devices remotely? You must understand its different codes! Around 20% of large healthcare facilities may have adopted RPM solutions, but billing continues to pose a challenge for many. Healthcare providers, including cardiology physicians and technicians, struggle to assign the correct codes to every service and procedure. But trust

Cardiologists strive to prioritize cardiac health, and electrocardiographic (ECG) procedures are essential for achieving optimal outcomes. Similarly, consistent cash flow and timely reimbursement are crucial for maintaining viable cardiology practices.  This guide on CPT code 93224 will present an in-depth discussion on how to ensure accurate coding and timely payment when billing this ECG procedure. 

In the intricate world of cardiac catheterization, CPT code 93458 serves as a vital diagnostic imaging tool. Cardiologists, navigating complex coronary assessments, require clarity not only in their interpretations but also in their coding.  This guide aims to clarify the billing and reimbursement landscape surrounding this essential procedure. We will examine the nuances of documentation,