For CPT and ICD-10-CM coding of fracture treatment, coders—particularly those in orthopedic practices—need to identify several vital pieces of information from the physician’s note. This article covers the keys pieces of information and other tips to ensure accurate coding of fracture treatment.
This week’s Medicare updates include a revised fact sheet on hospital price transparency requirements, the April 2026 NCCI quarterly edit files, and more!
The CPT manual includes many types of biopsies: fine needle aspiration (FNA), core needle, and skin (tangential, punch, and incisional). This article focuses mainly on FNA biopsies and its complicated guidelines, while also touching on core needle biopsies.
