CPT reporting for surgical heart procedures requires an in-depth understanding of cardiovascular anatomy and terminology. This article reviews CPT reporting for procedures involving cardiac pacemakers and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators based on key details in provider documentation.
In the 2020 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) final rule, CMS put a stamp of approval on its previous proposals to overhaul how medical practices will report office and outpatient E/M services in 2021.
This week’s Medicare updates include a variety of new initiatives aimed toward improved safety and quality at nursing homes, updated fact sheets on opt-in and voluntary reporting procedures for MIPS, a comment request on an information collection regarding the MOON, and more!
