CPT Codes

Seeking the correct code to bill for a unilateral diagnostic mammogram? CPT code 77065 is the right choice. But do you really know its billing requirements?  Approximately 43 million mammography procedures are performed annually in the U.S. However, only 10% of patients are recalled for further evaluation, that is, a diagnostic mammogram. So, while this […]

Ultrasound scans can be tricky to bill. Complex documentation and confusing modifier usage make the billing of these procedures challenging. On top of this, clear billing instructions and guidelines are also scarce for ultrasound procedures.  A frequently used imaging code is CPT code 76536. Despite its frequent use, many billers struggle to file it correctly.

Medical billing for nursing homes can be really challenging if you are not updated with the latest guidelines and requirements. Why? Mainly due to the complex documentation and the multi-level coding structures of the patient visits. Just the evaluation and management (E/M) visits are divided into three categories, i.e., initial visits, subsequent visits, and discharge

Applying accurate code is a vital factor when it comes to collecting reimbursements for the rendered services. Healthcare providers conduct various types of drug tests. But how will they know which code is used for which test? CPT codes will tell us that. Every drug test has its own code. CPT code 80305 represents a

It takes a lot of time, presence of mind, and patience to provide rehabilitation services and teach patients self-care and home management techniques. In these situations, if occupational therapists are preoccupied with the intricacies of invoicing, it results in subpar service and unhappy patients. But then, how will they manage medical billing and collect reimbursement

We know how hectic it is for cardiologist to look after their patients and simultaneously deal with medical billing. Echocardiography is one of the common imaging tests in the United States. Approximately 7.1 million echocardiograms are conducted each year. Additionally, there are various types of echocardiography, so when cardiologists start billing, they must be aware

Want to bill a chest CT scan, but not sure which code to use? You are not alone. Many billers face the same situation. Thoracic computed tomography is mainly billed with three CPT codes. Each code represents a slight variation of the procedure and often confuses the billers. One of these codes is CPT code

Laboratory tests are a vital source of revenue for healthcare providers. Among the routinely performed tests are drug screening tests. In 2023 alone, over 70.5 million people used illegal drugs or misused their prescription medications in the USA. This clearly points to an increase in substance abuse. CPT code 80307 is frequently used in initial

Worried about picking the wrong cystourethroscopy code? Many coders struggle with the same problem due to multiple available options. With over one million procedures performed annually, cystourethroscopy, usually referred to as cystoscopy, is one of the most commonly performed urology procedures in the U.S. The main problem is its billing. Many urologists and professional coders

Don’t know how to bill for the professional component of cardiac telemetry services? Use CPT code 93228! Continuous monitoring is essential for patients’ well-being, especially for those who are critically ill or have a cardiac condition. But how do you bill for the interpretation of this service? Many coders make the mistake of attaching modifier