CPT Codes

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Just as you are the first line of defense for your patients, accurate CPT coding guarantees frontline protection against medical claim denials.  CPT coding for primary care services is not an easy feat. Primary care practitioners or providers render a variety of services to diagnose, treat, and manage a multitude of health issues. They realize

Accurate coding is essential for accurate billing, which in turn translates to quick reimbursements. But the good thing is that you don’t necessarily have to be a coding expert to reduce your claim denials. All you need is a solid understanding of the basic codes for anesthesia. Maintained and updated by the American Medical Association

Chances are that after seeing patients with chronic pain or life-long impairments and creating accurately coded medical claims for months, it is now you who needs the services of a chiropractor.  While we may not be able to provide physical relief, we can definitely reduce some of your mental workload with this detailed guide on

How can OBGYNs master complex billing processes when their primary focus is improving women’s health? OBGYN is a rewarding specialty, but the workload is quite intense. As a result, OBGYNs don’t pay much attention to the administrative side of their work. This leads to poor billing practices, including inaccurate coding. Every medical professional knows that

From X-ray imaging to fluoroscopy and PET scans to diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures, radiologists use several imaging techniques to diagnose and treat a range of medical conditions. They are the right arm of physicians. Without them, it would be challenging to detect diseases and disorders.  Naturally, radiologists deserve just compensation for their services. However, they

Urology coding demands precision, a comprehensive understanding of urology procedures, different insurance payers’ requirements, and staying current with the updates in the coding systems.  Missing a single element will topple your house of cards, making it challenging to keep your urology practice running.  Thus, we have dedicated this guide to urology coding. It will discuss

Treating cancer is not simple. There are several types of cancers and tumors with varying stages. Thus, each patient needs a thorough examination before oncologists design an effective treatment plan based on their unique condition. All these factors make oncology billing and coding more complicated than other specialties.  Therefore, we have dedicated this guide to

Whether you are performing tooth extractions, root canals, or simply cleaning some teeth, precise coding is essential for differentiating various dental procedures. We all know the drill! Just like other practices, dental clinics can only sustain their operations through accurate billing. And for that, they should be familiar with the most widely used dental codes.

Medical coding and billing are essential for physical therapists to ensure timely and accurate reimbursements for their rendered services. Inaccuracies and inconsistencies in coding can result in claim denials, negatively impacting the healthcare provider’s ability to keep their practice up and running. Sometimes errors in medical claims can land the therapist in hot waters on