Under certain circumstances, a service or procedure may be partially reduced or eliminated at the discretion of the physician. Read up on the correct application of hospital modifiers -52, -73, and -74 for reduced and discontinued procedural services.
The 2022 ICD-10-CM manual includes new codes for thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA)—a rare clinical syndrome defined by the presence of hemolytic anemia, organ dysfunction, and low platelets. Read up on TMA pathophysiology and diagnosis coding.
Our experts answer questions about CPT coding for bunionectomies, 2022 CPT changes for reporting cataract removals, and ICD-10-CM coding for false labor.
Chapter 19 of ICD-10-CM includes codes for various types of injuries, poisonings, and other consequences of external causes. Review integumentary anatomy and ICD-10-CM coding for burns and superficial injuries.
This week’s Medicare updates include new additions to the FAQ on Medicare fee-for-service billing during the COVID-19 PHE, updates to the OIG work plan, changes to NCDs, and more!
