Coding professionals can get an early start to 2023 by reviewing CPT codes that will be added, revised, and deleted next year. Analysis of the 2023 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule reveals changes to 10 chapters in the CPT Manual, in addition to the revisions to the E/M chapter.
A spinal fusion is used to permanently connect two or more vertebrae in the spine, eliminating motion between them. Review ICD-10-PCS coding for spinal fusions based on key information in the operative note.
This week’s Medicare updates include updates to the manual regarding new payer only codes, information on a preliminary injunction against EMTALA guidance issued in July, the materials and recording from the August 2022 HOP Panel Meeting, and more!
Sepsis and systemic inflammatory response syndrome are historically difficult to document and report in ICD-10-CM. AlbaKuqi, MD, CCS, CDIP, CCDS, CRCR, CICA, CSCM, breaks down sepsis definitions and outlines a process for query creation.
The case manager shortage is a national crisis, affecting care coordination from hospital to community. Patients, families, and children are feeling the impact.
