Rose T. Dunn, MBA, RHIA, CPA/CGMA, FACHE, FHFMA, CHPS, describes how coding reviews provide an opportunity to conduct a thorough compliance review that not only addresses components of the coding process, but also the integrity of the patient’s record.
This week’s Medicare updates include a final rule on COVID-19 vaccination requirements for healthcare staff, guidance on modifier -JZ, coverage guidelines for Alzheimer’s drugs, and more!
This article reviews the most common types of external diagnostic cardiology tests, examines relevant CPT coding guidelines, and offers reporting advice from an expert.
This week’s Medicare updates include changes to COVID-19 vaccine codes, the July 2023 update to the ASC Payment System, instructions for the MPFS look-up tool, and more!
This week’s Medicare updates include the July 2023 update to the Outpatient Prospective Payment System, educational materials on payment provisions for dental services, and more!
Coding audits are often a source of irritation in small and large practices alike. This article covers common misconceptions about the auditing process and offers tips from experts on how to correct them.