January 1, 2019 is the implementation deadline for 2019 CPT® codes, and it will be here before you know it.
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Arthroscopic Procedures Codes: Take the Sting out of NCCI Edits
“Bundling.” It’s an innocent-looking word that can cause you giant headaches. That’s especially so for bundling for arthroscopic procedures—whether for
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Nerve Blocks & Chemodenervation Coding: No More Headaches, Just Use the 3 W’s
Coding for headaches can be complicated enough to give you one. It takes time to master the nuances of intercostal
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2019 Cardiac Cath Codes: Focus on Entry Points, Master Procedure Differences
In case you haven’t heard, they’re here: Yes, the 2019 Current Procedural Terminology CPT® codes have been released, with 335
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As an experience coder, “compliance” is term you’re more than familiar with. But do you fully understand how to be
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The use of technology in urology procedures – especially surgeries – has introduced many benefits: fewer complications, shorter hospital stays
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Opioid abuse is a hot headline topic, with concern growing over how many people are turning to opioids for pain
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The word’s out: Claims reimbursements are getting tougher for urology coders, and all the looming changes to CPT® and ICD-10-CM
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Change is in the air. Not only are the summer days shortening, but the days to use existing ICD-10-CM codes
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Order up: You asked, and we’re delivering even more ICD-10-CM 2019 coverage, this time for neurology. What’s new, starting Oct.
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