2024 CPT manuals contain several changes related to integrated peripheral and spinal neurostimulator systems. The seven code additions, four code revisions, and new guidelines clarify when coders should use permanent procedure codes from the nervous system chapter vs. a Category III code.
Learn about the changing landscape of physician documentation and its critical significance in supporting accurate reimbursement, coding, quality measures, and resource allocation.
Hamilton Lempert, MD, FACEP, CEDC, writes about the complexities of reporting and billing for certain ED services, as well as what coders should watch out for in documentation.
This week’s Medicare updates include new FAQs on JW and JZ modifiers, a draft copy of the 2024 End-Stage Renal Disease Prospective Payment System final rule, and more!
Chronic migraines and epilepsy can be complex diagnoses that require thorough documentation. Review recent ICD-10-CM code updates for these conditions to ensure they're reported correctly.
Maternal mortality and morbidity are critical issues that continue to affect the healthcare industry worldwide. Delve into the role CDI specialists play in improving data capture related to maternal care in the U.S. and how to engage hospital leaders in initiating an obstetrics clinical documentation program.
