Dermatology Coding Alert
Milia Treatments:
Pop These Milia Myths Before They Blemish Your Reimbursement
Know the difference between 10040 and 17110. Milia treatments can be notoriously chall... Read more
Pop These Milia Myths Before They Blemish Your Reimbursement
Know the difference between 10040 and 17110. Milia treatments can be notoriously chall... Read more
ICD-10:
Keep Clear of Viral Warts Diagnosis Confusion
In 2015, start with the B07.- series for viral warts. For the most part, dermatology c... Read more
Keep Clear of Viral Warts Diagnosis Confusion
In 2015, start with the B07.- series for viral warts. For the most part, dermatology c... Read more
Documentation:
New MAC Tip Reminds Practices What Ancillary Staff Can -- and Cannot -- Document
Documenting HPI is the job of the doctor or NPP. Your ancillary staff might be quite a... Read more
New MAC Tip Reminds Practices What Ancillary Staff Can -- and Cannot -- Document
Documenting HPI is the job of the doctor or NPP. Your ancillary staff might be quite a... Read more
Privacy:
Update Your HIPAA Policies to Reflect New Same-Sex Marriage Rules
OCR augments the definitions of spouse, marriage, and family member. The U.S. Supreme ... Read more
Update Your HIPAA Policies to Reflect New Same-Sex Marriage Rules
OCR augments the definitions of spouse, marriage, and family member. The U.S. Supreme ... Read more
Billing:
Get Comfortable with Unruly Consolidated Billing Rules
Uncover who, what, and when to bill so you get your money. Knowing whether your skille... Read more
Get Comfortable with Unruly Consolidated Billing Rules
Uncover who, what, and when to bill so you get your money. Knowing whether your skille... Read more
Reader Question:
Prove Medical Necessity for 11721 with 99213
Question: Can I bill Medicare for an E/M visit (99213) along with a debridement of ... Read more
Prove Medical Necessity for 11721 with 99213
Question: Can I bill Medicare for an E/M visit (99213) along with a debridement of ... Read more
Reader Question:
Consider More Than Time For Modifier 22
Question: One of my doctors performed a procedure to excise a lesion on an obese pa... Read more
Consider More Than Time For Modifier 22
Question: One of my doctors performed a procedure to excise a lesion on an obese pa... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Friction Burns
Question: A patient presented with multiple friction burns from a treadmill. He had... Read more
Friction Burns
Question: A patient presented with multiple friction burns from a treadmill. He had... Read more
Lesions:
Ignoring Shaving and Skin Tag Codes? You Could Lose Up to $88
If 17110 is your automatic choice for skin lesion destructions, read this before you cod... Read more
Ignoring Shaving and Skin Tag Codes? You Could Lose Up to $88
If 17110 is your automatic choice for skin lesion destructions, read this before you cod... Read more
ICD-10:
Don't Get Zapped When Radiation-Related Disorders Codes Change
In 2015, look for debut of the L57.- codes . In a previous issue of Dermatology Coding... Read more
Don't Get Zapped When Radiation-Related Disorders Codes Change
In 2015, look for debut of the L57.- codes . In a previous issue of Dermatology Coding... Read more
Patient Privacy:
Avoid Brutal HIPAA Fines With These 3 Steps
Take HITECH lessons to heart and protect your bottom line. They might look like ... Read more
Avoid Brutal HIPAA Fines With These 3 Steps
Take HITECH lessons to heart and protect your bottom line. They might look like ... Read more
Repairs:
Cue Into Successful Laceration Reporting With This Expert Advice
Don’t forget to check CCI for multiple laceration repair reporting. When reporti... Read more
Cue Into Successful Laceration Reporting With This Expert Advice
Don’t forget to check CCI for multiple laceration repair reporting. When reporti... Read more
Reader Question:
Consider Including Telephone E/M in History or MDM
Question: We have a new patient that called his physician to discuss his visit that... Read more
Consider Including Telephone E/M in History or MDM
Question: We have a new patient that called his physician to discuss his visit that... Read more
Reader Question:
Determine POS Before Checking RVUs
Question: Using the RVUs provided for a particular code, how do I arrive at the app... Read more
Determine POS Before Checking RVUs
Question: Using the RVUs provided for a particular code, how do I arrive at the app... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Staged Carcinoma Removal
Question: A patient of one of our dermatologists presented with a diagnosis of prim... Read more
Staged Carcinoma Removal
Question: A patient of one of our dermatologists presented with a diagnosis of prim... Read more
Coding Quiz:
Put Your Dermatitis Test Coding Knowledge to the Test
How much do you really know about patch tests and scratch tests? Skin allergy tests ma... Read more
Put Your Dermatitis Test Coding Knowledge to the Test
How much do you really know about patch tests and scratch tests? Skin allergy tests ma... Read more
ICD-10:
New Choices Shine Through for Sunburn and UV Radiation
Next year, you’ll find many more options for dermatitis due to solar radiation. ... Read more
New Choices Shine Through for Sunburn and UV Radiation
Next year, you’ll find many more options for dermatitis due to solar radiation. ... Read more
Coding Quiz Answers:
Keep Your Scratch and Patch Test Coding Irritation-Free
Hint: Remember to code per allergen, not per scratch. How did you do on this quiz? Rea... Read more
Keep Your Scratch and Patch Test Coding Irritation-Free
Hint: Remember to code per allergen, not per scratch. How did you do on this quiz? Rea... Read more
Compliance:
Watch Out For Sophisticated Malware Breaching Your Systems From Overseas
Pay attention: Massive breach teaches you four crucial lessons. The latest HIPAA breac... Read more
Watch Out For Sophisticated Malware Breaching Your Systems From Overseas
Pay attention: Massive breach teaches you four crucial lessons. The latest HIPAA breac... Read more
Modifier Review:
Brace Yourself with Modifier 59 for Distinct Procedural Services
Refer to Medicare’s Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) before using Modifier 59 Mod... Read more
Brace Yourself with Modifier 59 for Distinct Procedural Services
Refer to Medicare’s Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) before using Modifier 59 Mod... Read more
Reader Question:
Bring In ABN Benefits
Question: Should I bill Medicare for services that I know they’ll deny based ... Read more
Bring In ABN Benefits
Question: Should I bill Medicare for services that I know they’ll deny based ... Read more
Reader Question:
Appeal Is an Option When Patient Prevents Timely Filing
Question: We have a timely filing concern. Our physician saw a patient who didn&rsq... Read more
Appeal Is an Option When Patient Prevents Timely Filing
Question: We have a timely filing concern. Our physician saw a patient who didn&rsq... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Candida Antigen
Question: My dermatologist uses candida antigen for wart destruction. Previously, I... Read more
Candida Antigen
Question: My dermatologist uses candida antigen for wart destruction. Previously, I... Read more
Mohs Procedures:
Location, Stage and Number are Critical to Find Correct 17311-17315 Code
The dermatologist is doing double duty; make sure your coding brings in the deserved rei... Read more
Location, Stage and Number are Critical to Find Correct 17311-17315 Code
The dermatologist is doing double duty; make sure your coding brings in the deserved rei... Read more
ICD-10:
Specify Malignant Melanoma or Melanoma In Situ
Next year, ICD-9’s 172.x series expands to dozens of diagnosis codes. Dermatolog... Read more
Specify Malignant Melanoma or Melanoma In Situ
Next year, ICD-9’s 172.x series expands to dozens of diagnosis codes. Dermatolog... Read more
Payment:
Look For Proposed CMS Global Period Overhaul
You could charge separate E/M, in many cases. A big surprise hit the presses in a rece... Read more
Look For Proposed CMS Global Period Overhaul
You could charge separate E/M, in many cases. A big surprise hit the presses in a rece... Read more
ICD-10:
These 3 ICD-10 Answers May Surprise You
Hint: Forget everything you know about ICD-9’s ‘excludes’ codes after ... Read more
These 3 ICD-10 Answers May Surprise You
Hint: Forget everything you know about ICD-9’s ‘excludes’ codes after ... Read more
Reader Question:
Turn to Unlisted E/M If Visit Doesn't Match Key Element Requirements
Question: Can I use modifier 52 on 99201 if my provider only captures history and M... Read more
Turn to Unlisted E/M If Visit Doesn't Match Key Element Requirements
Question: Can I use modifier 52 on 99201 if my provider only captures history and M... Read more
Reader Question:
What's the Big ICD-10 Picture?
Question: I appreciate the monthly ICD-10 example in your newsletter, but I don&rsq... Read more
What's the Big ICD-10 Picture?
Question: I appreciate the monthly ICD-10 example in your newsletter, but I don&rsq... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Dysplastic Nevus
Question: A patient comes in for a re-excision of a dysplastic nevus. Do I bill the re-e... Read more
Dysplastic Nevus
Question: A patient comes in for a re-excision of a dysplastic nevus. Do I bill the re-e... Read more
Biopsies:
Biopsy, Excision, or Shave? Read This Before Coding Your Next Lesion Procedure
Clinical accuracy and deserved reimbursement — up to $75 per procedure — are... Read more
Biopsy, Excision, or Shave? Read This Before Coding Your Next Lesion Procedure
Clinical accuracy and deserved reimbursement — up to $75 per procedure — are... Read more
ICD-10:
Spot the Right Acne Dx Code in 2015
ICD-10 will break out an expanded set of codes based on acne type. Starting Oct. 1, 20... Read more
Spot the Right Acne Dx Code in 2015
ICD-10 will break out an expanded set of codes based on acne type. Starting Oct. 1, 20... Read more
Modifiers:
CMS Debuts 4 New Modifiers to Substitute for 59
Medicare will still accept modifier 59, but use the new modifiers instead when applicabl... Read more
CMS Debuts 4 New Modifiers to Substitute for 59
Medicare will still accept modifier 59, but use the new modifiers instead when applicabl... Read more
CCI Update:
Beware Hospital Outpatient Clinic Bundles
G0643 edits affect more than 5,000 codes. Sometimes you’ll see a lull in new Cor... Read more
Beware Hospital Outpatient Clinic Bundles
G0643 edits affect more than 5,000 codes. Sometimes you’ll see a lull in new Cor... Read more
Documentation:
Avoid Faltering on Signature Rules & Exceptions With These 3 Useful Tips
Analyze CMS’s requirements or you risk the wrong use of signatures. If you are n... Read more
Avoid Faltering on Signature Rules & Exceptions With These 3 Useful Tips
Analyze CMS’s requirements or you risk the wrong use of signatures. If you are n... Read more
Reader Question:
1 Lesion, 3 Techniques Still Equals 1 Code
Question: Our dermatologist recently performed removal of a plantar wart approximat... Read more
1 Lesion, 3 Techniques Still Equals 1 Code
Question: Our dermatologist recently performed removal of a plantar wart approximat... Read more
Reader Question:
Tackle UB-04 vs.CMS-1500 Dilemma
Question: I used to bill for a facility and am new to the role of practice manager ... Read more
Tackle UB-04 vs.CMS-1500 Dilemma
Question: I used to bill for a facility and am new to the role of practice manager ... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Full-Thickness Graft
Question: The dermatologist placed a full-thickness graft on a patient’s fore... Read more
Full-Thickness Graft
Question: The dermatologist placed a full-thickness graft on a patient’s fore... Read more
CCI Update:
Watch New Rules for Premalignant Lesion Destruction
17000, 17004 get bundled into dozens of excision and destruction codes. The next set o... Read more
Watch New Rules for Premalignant Lesion Destruction
17000, 17004 get bundled into dozens of excision and destruction codes. The next set o... Read more
ICD-10:
Look for New Contact Dermatitis Codes in 2015
ICD-10 codes will specify allergic or irritant contacts. Although the contact dermatit... Read more
Look for New Contact Dermatitis Codes in 2015
ICD-10 codes will specify allergic or irritant contacts. Although the contact dermatit... Read more
Compliance:
OIG Considers Expanding Civil Monetary Penalties
You could be subject to penalties for five additional reasons if the proposal is finaliz... Read more
OIG Considers Expanding Civil Monetary Penalties
You could be subject to penalties for five additional reasons if the proposal is finaliz... Read more
HIPAA:
Let This Example Show You What Not to Do With Your BAs
Warning: You can be responsible for your BA’s violations. Your practice has a so... Read more
Let This Example Show You What Not to Do With Your BAs
Warning: You can be responsible for your BA’s violations. Your practice has a so... Read more
Reader Question:
Slow Patient Won't Justify Timely Filing Exception
Question: Our patient gave us her Medicare card but said Medicare was her secondary... Read more
Slow Patient Won't Justify Timely Filing Exception
Question: Our patient gave us her Medicare card but said Medicare was her secondary... Read more
Reader Question:
Learn The Method to Determine Reimbursement Using RVUs
Question: Using the RVUs provided for a particular code, how do I arrive at the app... Read more
Learn The Method to Determine Reimbursement Using RVUs
Question: Using the RVUs provided for a particular code, how do I arrive at the app... Read more
Reader Question:
Don't Get Too Comfortable With Blanket ABNs
Question: I recently started working at a practice that I think overuses ABNs. Can ... Read more
Don't Get Too Comfortable With Blanket ABNs
Question: I recently started working at a practice that I think overuses ABNs. Can ... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Light Box Therapy
Question: We are applying Vaseline prior to the light box treatment and billing out... Read more
Light Box Therapy
Question: We are applying Vaseline prior to the light box treatment and billing out... Read more
Vein Treatments:
Verify Varicose Vein Necessity and Earn Deserved Pay
Follow our expert insights on treatment options, Dx codes, and documentation. Sp... Read more
Verify Varicose Vein Necessity and Earn Deserved Pay
Follow our expert insights on treatment options, Dx codes, and documentation. Sp... Read more
ICD-10:
Varicose Vein Diagnoses Branch Out in 2015
Specify leg — and part of leg — with new diagnosis code set. As is a recur... Read more
Varicose Vein Diagnoses Branch Out in 2015
Specify leg — and part of leg — with new diagnosis code set. As is a recur... Read more
Advance Beneficiary Notices:
Know These 4 Categories of Noncovered Services
Sometimes it can be hard to determine what’s considered ‘noncovered.’ ... Read more
Know These 4 Categories of Noncovered Services
Sometimes it can be hard to determine what’s considered ‘noncovered.’ ... Read more
News You Can Use:
CMS Answers ICD-10 Questions -- By Not Answering
Representatives stay mum about the details of the delay. The recent delay of ICD-10 un... Read more
CMS Answers ICD-10 Questions -- By Not Answering
Representatives stay mum about the details of the delay. The recent delay of ICD-10 un... Read more
Reader Question:
Code by Number of Warts, Not Injections
Question: If the dermatologist injects two warts five times each, would I need to r... Read more
Code by Number of Warts, Not Injections
Question: If the dermatologist injects two warts five times each, would I need to r... Read more
Reader Question:
Multiple Lesions, Multiple Fingers
Question: Our dermatologist excised masses in three different areas: one deep in th... Read more
Multiple Lesions, Multiple Fingers
Question: Our dermatologist excised masses in three different areas: one deep in th... Read more
Reader Question:
Focus on 'Incident-to' Rules
Question: The following scenario occurred in our practice: Physician A covered an e... Read more
Focus on 'Incident-to' Rules
Question: The following scenario occurred in our practice: Physician A covered an e... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Repeat I&D
Question: A patient came in and had an incision and drainage of an abscess. She cam... Read more
Repeat I&D
Question: A patient came in and had an incision and drainage of an abscess. She cam... Read more
Coding Quiz:
Can You Cleanly Code These Lesion Removal Scenarios?
Look at the three questions below, then check your answers against our experts’. ... Read more
Can You Cleanly Code These Lesion Removal Scenarios?
Look at the three questions below, then check your answers against our experts’. ... Read more
Coding Quiz Answers:
Check Your Lesion Removal Savvy
Read our experts’ opinions on coding these scenarios. Answer 1: Referral With Si... Read more
Check Your Lesion Removal Savvy
Read our experts’ opinions on coding these scenarios. Answer 1: Referral With Si... Read more
News You Can Use:
Congress Votes to Halt Your Pay Cuts and Delay ICD-10
Physician associations still plan to pursue a permanent SGR formula revision. Th... Read more
Congress Votes to Halt Your Pay Cuts and Delay ICD-10
Physician associations still plan to pursue a permanent SGR formula revision. Th... Read more
ICD-10:
Make the Most of the ICD-10 Extension With These Quick Tips
New implementation date has not been announced, but be ready. Whether you’re che... Read more
Make the Most of the ICD-10 Extension With These Quick Tips
New implementation date has not been announced, but be ready. Whether you’re che... Read more
Reimbursement:
24 Percent Medicare Pay Cut Averted
Expect level pay through March 31, 2015. You’re probably used to this by now sin... Read more
24 Percent Medicare Pay Cut Averted
Expect level pay through March 31, 2015. You’re probably used to this by now sin... Read more
Reader Question:
11600 Covers Repeat Excision
Question: My dermatologist removed a malignant mole last week, which I reported wit... Read more
11600 Covers Repeat Excision
Question: My dermatologist removed a malignant mole last week, which I reported wit... Read more
Reader Question:
E/M, V Code Help Describe Total Body Skin Check
Question: A patient with a history of skin cancer presents for a total body skin ch... Read more
E/M, V Code Help Describe Total Body Skin Check
Question: A patient with a history of skin cancer presents for a total body skin ch... Read more
Reader Question:
Assess Risk on a Regular Basis
Question: We are having a bit of a debate in our practice. Some of us think that pe... Read more
Assess Risk on a Regular Basis
Question: We are having a bit of a debate in our practice. Some of us think that pe... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Surgical Dressing of Burn
Question: Can our practice be reimbursed for the surgical dressing (supplies) of a ... Read more
Surgical Dressing of Burn
Question: Can our practice be reimbursed for the surgical dressing (supplies) of a ... Read more
CCI Update:
Watch for Dozens of New Mohs Edits
Check modifier indicators for unbundling rules. Dermatology practices that perform Moh... Read more
Watch for Dozens of New Mohs Edits
Check modifier indicators for unbundling rules. Dermatology practices that perform Moh... Read more
ICD-10:
Psoriasis Coding Gains More Specificity
696.1 is out; L40.- will be in. Although it is not exclusively a skin condition, the m... Read more
Psoriasis Coding Gains More Specificity
696.1 is out; L40.- will be in. Although it is not exclusively a skin condition, the m... Read more
Modifiers:
Master Modifier 25 Following These Expert Tips
Haphazardly using 25 on all claims will lead to payer scrutiny. With payers cracking d... Read more
Master Modifier 25 Following These Expert Tips
Haphazardly using 25 on all claims will lead to payer scrutiny. With payers cracking d... Read more
Documentation:
Adopt 7 Documentation Best Practices for Compliant and Complete Records
While the provider captures notes just once, they may be reviewed countless times. Whe... Read more
Adopt 7 Documentation Best Practices for Compliant and Complete Records
While the provider captures notes just once, they may be reviewed countless times. Whe... Read more
Reader Question:
Append Modifier 22 to 10061 for Multiple Cysts
Question: A patient presents to the office with cysts all over her body. The dermat... Read more
Append Modifier 22 to 10061 for Multiple Cysts
Question: A patient presents to the office with cysts all over her body. The dermat... Read more
Reader Question:
Nonexistent Payment Follows Incomplete Claims
Question: Our practice has a few claims that have missing or incorrect information.... Read more
Nonexistent Payment Follows Incomplete Claims
Question: Our practice has a few claims that have missing or incorrect information.... Read more
Reader Question:
Consider a Flexible No-Show Policy
Question: During the snow storm last month, we had several patients call in and say... Read more
Consider a Flexible No-Show Policy
Question: During the snow storm last month, we had several patients call in and say... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Easy Bruising
Question: What is the ICD-9 code for “easy bruising”? Washington Subs... Read more
Easy Bruising
Question: What is the ICD-9 code for “easy bruising”? Washington Subs... Read more
Excision Quiz:
Test Your 11640-11646 Skills With These Scenarios
Then read on for our expert answers. Coding all services involved in a lesion removal ... Read more
Test Your 11640-11646 Skills With These Scenarios
Then read on for our expert answers. Coding all services involved in a lesion removal ... Read more
Size Matters for Tumor, Skin Replacement Coding
Tip: Automatically reporting surgical prep of the graft? Read this first. Follow this ... Read more
Tip: Automatically reporting surgical prep of the graft? Read this first. Follow this ... Read more
ICD-10 Prep:
Don't Limit Your ICD-10 Focus to Coding
NGS answers practice questions about how to be ready come Oct. 1. For years the threat... Read more
Don't Limit Your ICD-10 Focus to Coding
NGS answers practice questions about how to be ready come Oct. 1. For years the threat... Read more
Reader Question:
10061 Makes Case for I&D of Multiple Cysts
Question: A patient presents to the office with cysts all over her body. The dermat... Read more
10061 Makes Case for I&D of Multiple Cysts
Question: A patient presents to the office with cysts all over her body. The dermat... Read more
Reader Question:
Remember to Represent Pressure Ulcer's Stage
Question: An established elderly patient reports to the dermatologist for inspection of ... Read more
Remember to Represent Pressure Ulcer's Stage
Question: An established elderly patient reports to the dermatologist for inspection of ... Read more
Reader Question:
Explore Options to Enhance Patient Privacy
Question: Are there specific guidelines that our surgical group should follow to pr... Read more
Explore Options to Enhance Patient Privacy
Question: Are there specific guidelines that our surgical group should follow to pr... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Wart Removal Without Cryo
Question: The dermatologist documented, “Dermatology treatment rendered in th... Read more
Wart Removal Without Cryo
Question: The dermatologist documented, “Dermatology treatment rendered in th... Read more
Scar Revision:
Establish Medical Necessity to Prove Scar Procedures Aren't Cosmetic
Tip: Documentation should show that excisions are a part of aftercare. If you’re... Read more
Establish Medical Necessity to Prove Scar Procedures Aren't Cosmetic
Tip: Documentation should show that excisions are a part of aftercare. If you’re... Read more
Compliance:
Focus on 5 Areas for Improvement in Your Provider Documentation
While EMRs improve legibility, they may lead to other issues. When your practice faces... Read more
Focus on 5 Areas for Improvement in Your Provider Documentation
While EMRs improve legibility, they may lead to other issues. When your practice faces... Read more
Part B Payment:
Congress Offers 3-Month Reprieve on Conversion Factor Cuts
Plus: Government moves toward possible SGR repeal. If you weren’t looking forwar... Read more
Congress Offers 3-Month Reprieve on Conversion Factor Cuts
Plus: Government moves toward possible SGR repeal. If you weren’t looking forwar... Read more
E/M Coding:
Follow the 3-Year Rule to Determine Patient Status
Hint: The place of service (POS) won’t influence your choice. The first step to ... Read more
Follow the 3-Year Rule to Determine Patient Status
Hint: The place of service (POS) won’t influence your choice. The first step to ... Read more
Correction
An article in Dermatology Coding Alert Vol. 9 No. 12, “Specifying Biopsy Site Can ... Read more
An article in Dermatology Coding Alert Vol. 9 No. 12, “Specifying Biopsy Site Can ... Read more
Reader Question:
Reporting 15851 for Suture Removal Without Anesthesia? Think Again
Question: Our dermatologist recently performed suture removal in the office for an estab... Read more
Reporting 15851 for Suture Removal Without Anesthesia? Think Again
Question: Our dermatologist recently performed suture removal in the office for an estab... Read more
Reader Question:
POS Determines Supply Reimbursement
Question: My doctors are concerned that our practice is losing money on supplies, such a... Read more
POS Determines Supply Reimbursement
Question: My doctors are concerned that our practice is losing money on supplies, such a... Read more
Reader Question:
Define Date for Global Package
Question: The CPT® surgery guidelines state that the surgical package includes &ldqu... Read more
Define Date for Global Package
Question: The CPT® surgery guidelines state that the surgical package includes &ldqu... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Carcinoma Excision With Tissue Transfer Closure
Question: My surgeon excised a carcinoma of the face. He closed the excision using adjac... Read more
Carcinoma Excision With Tissue Transfer Closure
Question: My surgeon excised a carcinoma of the face. He closed the excision using adjac... Read more
ICD-9 Coding:
Avoid Tough Callus and Corn Coding
Keep the jargon straight for common foot conditions. For dermatologists treating the s... Read more
Avoid Tough Callus and Corn Coding
Keep the jargon straight for common foot conditions. For dermatologists treating the s... Read more
CPT® 2014:
99446-99449: New E/M Codes Capture Doc Discussions
Make sure to include a written report. Who knows if Medicare will pay, but you should ... Read more
99446-99449: New E/M Codes Capture Doc Discussions
Make sure to include a written report. Who knows if Medicare will pay, but you should ... Read more
E/M:
Navigate the New-Versus-Established-Patient Maze With Expert Tips
Different locations, same physician? Use established patient codes. When reporting man... Read more
Navigate the New-Versus-Established-Patient Maze With Expert Tips
Different locations, same physician? Use established patient codes. When reporting man... Read more
EHR Mythbuster:
3 EHR Myths That Could Cost Your Practice Heavily
Warning: Blindly relying on your electronic system could mean payer audits. If you are... Read more
3 EHR Myths That Could Cost Your Practice Heavily
Warning: Blindly relying on your electronic system could mean payer audits. If you are... Read more
Reader Question:
Minor Changes to Complex Repair Codes for 2014
Question: Are there any changes to the dermatology CPT codes that we should be aware of ... Read more
Minor Changes to Complex Repair Codes for 2014
Question: Are there any changes to the dermatology CPT codes that we should be aware of ... Read more
Reader Question:
Test Your ICD-10 Coding in March
Question: I have heard that there will be a test period for using ICD-10 codes on claims... Read more
Test Your ICD-10 Coding in March
Question: I have heard that there will be a test period for using ICD-10 codes on claims... Read more
Reader Question:
Know How to Email Without Violating HIPAA
Question: I sometimes e-mail patient records to consultants for help on how to bil... Read more
Know How to Email Without Violating HIPAA
Question: I sometimes e-mail patient records to consultants for help on how to bil... Read more
Reader Question:
Opt for First-Initial, Last-Name Privacy Protocol
Question: What guidelines should our group follow to protect the privacy of patien... Read more
Opt for First-Initial, Last-Name Privacy Protocol
Question: What guidelines should our group follow to protect the privacy of patien... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Lesion Removal and Tissue Transfer
Question: If the dermatologist performs an adjacent tissue transfer, can I also code for... Read more
Lesion Removal and Tissue Transfer
Question: If the dermatologist performs an adjacent tissue transfer, can I also code for... Read more