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General Surgery Coding Alert

Healthcon 2024:

Avoid Denials Related to Gender and Sexual Orientation

Published on Fri May 17, 2024

Capturing patient gender identity information correctly is key. Coding for gender-specific services can be complex and require a comprehensive explanation of medical necessity. Plus, if you add in payers’ billing nuances, you’ve got a perfect storm for denials. Background: During the Healthcon 2024 presentation, “Gender-Specific Services & Billing,” Keisha Wilson CCS, CPC, CPCO, CPMA. CRC, CPB, AAPC-approved instructor, discussed the [...]
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