With the prevalence of diabetes mellitus among the population expected to grow, an overview of the disease may help you keep track of how to code instances of it. This article will cover the different types of diabetes mellitus and a few tips when coding it.
On November 1, 2024, CMS released its final rule describing calendar year 2025 policies and rates for Medicare’s Outpatient Prospective Payment System and the final rule was published in the Federal Register. This article is a comprehensive overview of all the major highlights, allowing coders to stay informed about key updates and navigate the changes throughout the year.
A study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine found that even when patients agreed to be charged for queries sent though a portal, only a tiny fraction of these asynchronous encounters were billed. This article covers why e-visits may be difficult to bill.