Being able to differentiate between the types of colonoscopy procedures in outpatient settings is essential to ensure that the correct codes are documented. This article reviews the main types of colonoscopies and the factors that determine how they are coded.
Protect your office/outpatient E/M claims from front-end denials and post-payment recoupments with the freshest information from Medicare administrative contractors (MAC).
This week’s Medicare updates include an OIG report on improper payments for mechanical ventilation claims, new influenza vaccine payment allowances, and more!