An angiography is a surgical intervention involving the vessels. In angiography procedures, catheters are manipulated into the body to the site of the procedure, dyes are injected, and images are taken.
A new federal cyber strategy places renewed emphasis on protecting critical infrastructure, explicitly naming hospitals and healthcare systems as sectors requiring stronger cybersecurity defenses.
In addition to supporting reimbursement, ICD-10-PCS and CPT coding systems are used for quality reviews, benchmarking, and the collection of statistical data.
This week’s Medicare updates include a proposed decision memo for coverage of transcatheter aortic valve replacements, several additions to the OIG Work Plan, and more!
