Our experts answer questions about CPT coding for wound debridement, new CPT codes for urinary procedures, and more.
Q: I’m new to coding and am having trouble understanding how to find the correct MS-DRG for a patient. Could you walk me through the process?
Q: What is the difference between "consent" and "authorization" under the HIPAA Privacy Rule?
Q: What language can we add to our contracts to discourage payers from diverting patients to other hospitals based solely on cost?
In this month's HIPAA Q&A, our expert answers questions on shared insurance policies, posting thank-you notes in employee-only areas, referrals to Part 2 facilities, and more!
Q: What new CPT codes for urinary procedures did the American Medical Association introduce for calendar year 2019?