Surgical osseointegrated bone prostheses have emerged as a popular alternative to hearing aids. Debbie Jones, CPC, CCA, defines how these devices work and how to report implantation, removal, and replacement of these devices in CPT.
This week’s Medicare updates include FY 2024 ICD-10-CM codes and coding guidelines, a proposed rule on the 340B drug pricing program, guidance on telehealth services, and more!
Coders are now tasked with reporting social determinants of health, or circumstances in patients’ lives that can influence the quality of their life and overall wellbeing. Understand how to improve documentation of these factors and ensure complete and accurate coding.
This week’s Medicare updates include the CY 2024 End-Stage Renal Disease Prospective Payment System proposed rule, a fact sheet on the Enhancing Oncology Model, and more!
Coders saw extensive code changes and expansion for ICD-10-CM category O35.- in 2023. Lori-Lynne A. Webb, CPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, COBG, reviews what coders need to know when reporting fetal conditions affecting the management of the mother.
Defining the line between a coder comprehending the record’s meaning and interpreting documentation can be a challenge. Consider these ways to improve documentation and foster critical thinking in coders.
