The Office for Civil Rights has issued guidance on media access to protected health information that can serve as a resource to providers and patients.
The 2024 ICD-10-CM update added 36 codes to the now nearly 400 codes in category M80.- (osteoporosis with current pathological fracture). The additional codes add further specificity for pelvis fractures due to age-related osteoporosis.
Case managers can attest that a new year often brings a host of new compliance issues along with it. It’s important to address these emerging compliance issues, but case managers must keep perennial problems in mind as well.
A scan of healthcare news sources or the Office of Inspector General work plan often finds psychiatry and mental health practices under scrutiny. Laurie Bouzarelos, MHA, CPC, reviews revenue cycle functions, provider contracting/credentialing, and coding and documentation tips to avoid denials.
This week’s Medicare updates include instructions on new condition code 92, a proposed rule on new appeal processes for certain beneficiaries, and more!
