When coders think of reporting for neonates and critical care, most think of CPT codes. However, ICD-10-PCS also gives codes to use for procedures for newborns/neonates related to respiratory assistance quickly after birth, when necessary. Refresh your knowledge of these codes.
Read this Q&A to better understand which telehealth programs were made permanent or temporarily extended for Medicare Part B patients until 2024 under the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023.
The conclusion of the COVID-19 public health emergency has led to the termination of the Office for Civil Rights’ relaxed enforcement and providers are in the midst of a 90-day transition period back to full compliance with the HIPAA rules for telehealth.
CMS’ 2024 OPPS proposed rule, released in July, details major changes to price transparency requirements and proposes numerous changes to behavioral health reimbursement, coverage of dental services, and more.
