Ob-Gyn Coding Alert
Gynecology:
Pinpoint Your Pregnant Patient Annual Visit Codes With This Advice
Heads up: Pregnancy won’t always be your primary diagnosis. The starting line fo... Read more
Pinpoint Your Pregnant Patient Annual Visit Codes With This Advice
Heads up: Pregnancy won’t always be your primary diagnosis. The starting line fo... Read more
Coding Quiz:
Can You Submit 99000 to Medicare for Repeat Pap Smears? Find Out
Hint: Abnormal versus insufficient cells mean different diagnosis codes. When a patien... Read more
Can You Submit 99000 to Medicare for Repeat Pap Smears? Find Out
Hint: Abnormal versus insufficient cells mean different diagnosis codes. When a patien... Read more
E/M:
Help Yourself to These 4 Handy E/M Coding Tips
Watch for chances to upcode the encounter. When reporting E/M encounters, you might en... Read more
Help Yourself to These 4 Handy E/M Coding Tips
Watch for chances to upcode the encounter. When reporting E/M encounters, you might en... Read more
Coding Quiz Answers:
Align Your Answers With These Repeat Pap Smear Coding Solutions
The wrong diagnosis could cost you $44 per patient. Pap smear results can return as ab... Read more
Align Your Answers With These Repeat Pap Smear Coding Solutions
The wrong diagnosis could cost you $44 per patient. Pap smear results can return as ab... Read more
Reader Question:
Review This Well Woman Visit Guideline
Question: You have referenced before the ACOG (American Congress of Obstetricians a... Read more
Review This Well Woman Visit Guideline
Question: You have referenced before the ACOG (American Congress of Obstetricians a... Read more
Reader Question:
Do You Know These ICD-10 Hemorrhage Subtleties? Find Out
Question: There are different families of O codes for hemorrhage (we are comfortabl... Read more
Do You Know These ICD-10 Hemorrhage Subtleties? Find Out
Question: There are different families of O codes for hemorrhage (we are comfortabl... Read more
Reader Question:
Check Out 7th Character for Fetus 2 ICD-10-CM Code
Question: Please help me figure out the correct application of the 7th character in... Read more
Check Out 7th Character for Fetus 2 ICD-10-CM Code
Question: Please help me figure out the correct application of the 7th character in... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Code This Ureterolysis Example
Question: I need help with this ureterolysis note. The physician (GYN Oncologist) i... Read more
Code This Ureterolysis Example
Question: I need help with this ureterolysis note. The physician (GYN Oncologist) i... Read more
CPT® 2017:
Get Your First Glimpse of 5 Ob-Gyn Changes Coming Your Way Next Year
Say goodbye to circle-with-dot symbol and hello to separate moderate sedation codes. I... Read more
Get Your First Glimpse of 5 Ob-Gyn Changes Coming Your Way Next Year
Say goodbye to circle-with-dot symbol and hello to separate moderate sedation codes. I... Read more
CCI 22.3:
Did You Implement These New Debridement Edits? Find Out
Tip: Even if the modifier indicator is ‘1,’ you shouldn’t automaticall... Read more
Did You Implement These New Debridement Edits? Find Out
Tip: Even if the modifier indicator is ‘1,’ you shouldn’t automaticall... Read more
ICD-10:
Medicare's 'Code Family' Clemency Has Ended
Denials could skyrocket if your specificity isn’t up to scratch. So you know CMS... Read more
Medicare's 'Code Family' Clemency Has Ended
Denials could skyrocket if your specificity isn’t up to scratch. So you know CMS... Read more
Reader Question:
Diagnosis for ER Surgery Follow-Up
Question: I need help with a diagnosis for this follow-up visit after surgery in th... Read more
Diagnosis for ER Surgery Follow-Up
Question: I need help with a diagnosis for this follow-up visit after surgery in th... Read more
Reader Question:
Get to the Bottom of This Level 5 Audit Situation
Question: I have been asked to get some additional professional input on the way au... Read more
Get to the Bottom of This Level 5 Audit Situation
Question: I have been asked to get some additional professional input on the way au... Read more
Reader Question:
Find a CPT® Code for Vaginal Removal of Ethibond Suture
Question: Patient had an uterosacral ligament suspension and has developed erosion ... Read more
Find a CPT® Code for Vaginal Removal of Ethibond Suture
Question: Patient had an uterosacral ligament suspension and has developed erosion ... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Highlight Dx For Pregnancy Discovered by Ultrasound
Question: We did a pelvic ultrasound on a patient due to pelvic pain and discovered... Read more
Highlight Dx For Pregnancy Discovered by Ultrasound
Question: We did a pelvic ultrasound on a patient due to pelvic pain and discovered... Read more
Obstetrics:
5 Questions Clarify What Tubal Ligation Codes To Use When
When your ob-gyn performs this directly after delivery, apply this modifier. Tubal lig... Read more
5 Questions Clarify What Tubal Ligation Codes To Use When
When your ob-gyn performs this directly after delivery, apply this modifier. Tubal lig... Read more
Gynecology:
Draw the Line Between LEEP Biopsy of Cervix and Conization of Cervix
Reporting 57460 and 57461 means having this in your documentation. If you have a Loop ... Read more
Draw the Line Between LEEP Biopsy of Cervix and Conization of Cervix
Reporting 57460 and 57461 means having this in your documentation. If you have a Loop ... Read more
E/M:
Benefit from These 4 Handy E/M Coding Tips or Lose Precious Dollars
Watch for chances to upcode the encounter. When reporting E/M encounters, you might en... Read more
Benefit from These 4 Handy E/M Coding Tips or Lose Precious Dollars
Watch for chances to upcode the encounter. When reporting E/M encounters, you might en... Read more
Reader Question:
Break Down This Procedure Into Two Codes
Question: My ob-gyn documented the following procedure: Dilation and curettage/hy... Read more
Break Down This Procedure Into Two Codes
Question: My ob-gyn documented the following procedure: Dilation and curettage/hy... Read more
Reader Question:
Here's How to Follow ICD-10 Instruction Under N76
Question: Code N76 (Other inflammation of vagina and vulva) shows a message in red ... Read more
Here's How to Follow ICD-10 Instruction Under N76
Question: Code N76 (Other inflammation of vagina and vulva) shows a message in red ... Read more
Reader Question:
Make This CPD versus Failure to Progress Distinction
Question: I want to provide a little more education for my provider. Anytime a moth... Read more
Make This CPD versus Failure to Progress Distinction
Question: I want to provide a little more education for my provider. Anytime a moth... Read more
Reader Question:
This Payer's IUD Logic is Flawed -- Find Out Why
Question: When we do an Intrauterine Device (IUD) insertion and removal on the same... Read more
This Payer's IUD Logic is Flawed -- Find Out Why
Question: When we do an Intrauterine Device (IUD) insertion and removal on the same... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Untangle Drug Use ICD-10 Codes for Pregnant Patients
Question: When is it appropriate to add the O99.32- codes? My physicians are very h... Read more
Untangle Drug Use ICD-10 Codes for Pregnant Patients
Question: When is it appropriate to add the O99.32- codes? My physicians are very h... Read more
Zika Update:
Breaking News: Testing for Zika Virus is Now Covered Under Part B
Don’t miss this ICD-10 symptoms and diagnosis coding refresher. As concerns abou... Read more
Breaking News: Testing for Zika Virus is Now Covered Under Part B
Don’t miss this ICD-10 symptoms and diagnosis coding refresher. As concerns abou... Read more
Op Notes:
5 Easy Steps Will Steer Your Hardest Op Notes into Claim Success
Here’s why “mis-sequencing” your CPT® codes could cost you. An i... Read more
5 Easy Steps Will Steer Your Hardest Op Notes into Claim Success
Here’s why “mis-sequencing” your CPT® codes could cost you. An i... Read more
E/M:
Use These Reimbursement Tips, Max Out E/M Visits for Hospital Patients
Learn from these five case scenarios on core inpatient coding. When you perform E/M vi... Read more
Use These Reimbursement Tips, Max Out E/M Visits for Hospital Patients
Learn from these five case scenarios on core inpatient coding. When you perform E/M vi... Read more
Reader Question:
Warning: MDs Not Documenting 58611 Are At Risk
Question: Some of our physicians are lacking, I believe, in their documentation of ... Read more
Warning: MDs Not Documenting 58611 Are At Risk
Question: Some of our physicians are lacking, I believe, in their documentation of ... Read more
Reader Question:
Don't Miss This Fluoro Modifier
Question: I’m stumped with whether to add the 74742 to HSGs that are done whe... Read more
Don't Miss This Fluoro Modifier
Question: I’m stumped with whether to add the 74742 to HSGs that are done whe... Read more
Reader Question:
Patient May Be Responsible for Ductus Venous Doppler Payment
Question: We have recently taken on a Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician, and he wan... Read more
Patient May Be Responsible for Ductus Venous Doppler Payment
Question: We have recently taken on a Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician, and he wan... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Postpartum Problem or Included in Postpartum Care? Find Out
Question: We have a patient that delivered by C/S on 07/13/16. She went to the ER o... Read more
Postpartum Problem or Included in Postpartum Care? Find Out
Question: We have a patient that delivered by C/S on 07/13/16. She went to the ER o... Read more
Obstetrics:
3 Questions Clarify Your Confirmatory Visit Claims
If you start the ob record too soon, you’ll miss out on E/M reimbursement. A pat... Read more
3 Questions Clarify Your Confirmatory Visit Claims
If you start the ob record too soon, you’ll miss out on E/M reimbursement. A pat... Read more
ICD-10:
Include Appropriate Diagnosis Codes to Support Coverage for G0475
Here’s what to do for pregnant patients. When reporting G0475 (HIV antigen/antib... Read more
Include Appropriate Diagnosis Codes to Support Coverage for G0475
Here’s what to do for pregnant patients. When reporting G0475 (HIV antigen/antib... Read more
Modifiers:
Timing Plays a Vital Part When Appending Modifier 57
Here’s how this modifier is different from modifier 25. Appending modifiers to y... Read more
Timing Plays a Vital Part When Appending Modifier 57
Here’s how this modifier is different from modifier 25. Appending modifiers to y... Read more
Clip 'n Save:
These Pointers Will Keep Your 25, 57 Claims In Line
If the intended procedure has 90 days, then look to this modifier. It’s not unus... Read more
These Pointers Will Keep Your 25, 57 Claims In Line
If the intended procedure has 90 days, then look to this modifier. It’s not unus... Read more
Reader Question:
Seek This Code For Scar Revision
Question: The patient had the following surgery: Total Abdominal Hysterectomy (TAH)... Read more
Seek This Code For Scar Revision
Question: The patient had the following surgery: Total Abdominal Hysterectomy (TAH)... Read more
Reader Question:
Decide if Dyspareunia Injection Was Trigger Point
Question: My doctor injected a local percutaneous injection for dyspareunia. What... Read more
Decide if Dyspareunia Injection Was Trigger Point
Question: My doctor injected a local percutaneous injection for dyspareunia. What... Read more
Reader Question:
Use Status Code for Blood Type
Question: What is the most accurate diagnosis code for Rh negative status during p... Read more
Use Status Code for Blood Type
Question: What is the most accurate diagnosis code for Rh negative status during p... Read more
Reader Question:
How to Handle Complications Outside the Global Ob Package
Question: I’ve been asked to compile a list of conditions that would not be c... Read more
How to Handle Complications Outside the Global Ob Package
Question: I’ve been asked to compile a list of conditions that would not be c... Read more
Reader Question:
Tech Reports Do Not Constitute Physician Work
Question: For 76805 or any of the other ultrasounds, is there an interpretation req... Read more
Tech Reports Do Not Constitute Physician Work
Question: For 76805 or any of the other ultrasounds, is there an interpretation req... Read more
Reader Question:
Find Out Which Surgical Assistants Are More Worthwhile
Question: When it comes to assisting (Gyn or C-Section) surgeries — does it m... Read more
Find Out Which Surgical Assistants Are More Worthwhile
Question: When it comes to assisting (Gyn or C-Section) surgeries — does it m... Read more
Reader Question:
Confront These Incident-To Rules
Question: A gyn patient was seen by a nurse practitioner for an established vaginit... Read more
Confront These Incident-To Rules
Question: A gyn patient was seen by a nurse practitioner for an established vaginit... Read more
Reader Question:
Wide Local Excision, Vaporization, clitoral hood adhesiolysis
Question: My ob-gyn documented this: Dx: Multiple Vulvar Lesions: Pt had vulvar b... Read more
Wide Local Excision, Vaporization, clitoral hood adhesiolysis
Question: My ob-gyn documented this: Dx: Multiple Vulvar Lesions: Pt had vulvar b... Read more
Reader Question:
Determine What to Report for Nurse Visits
Question: I have a question regarding Registered Nurse (RN) visits. Can a nurse bil... Read more
Determine What to Report for Nurse Visits
Question: I have a question regarding Registered Nurse (RN) visits. Can a nurse bil... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Simple Skinning Vulvectomy
Question: My ob-gyn documented the following: Attention was drawn to vagina. The ... Read more
Simple Skinning Vulvectomy
Question: My ob-gyn documented the following: Attention was drawn to vagina. The ... Read more
ICD-10:
Familiarize Yourself With These Five Obstetric Areas Changing October 1
You’ll make a new distinction between ectopic and molar pregnancies. Last month,... Read more
Familiarize Yourself With These Five Obstetric Areas Changing October 1
You’ll make a new distinction between ectopic and molar pregnancies. Last month,... Read more
Gynecology:
Vexed by Vaginal Cuff Repair Claims? 3 FAQs Will Clarify
Find out what colporrhaphy code you’ll use for an injury repair. The key to codi... Read more
Vexed by Vaginal Cuff Repair Claims? 3 FAQs Will Clarify
Find out what colporrhaphy code you’ll use for an injury repair. The key to codi... Read more
Modifiers:
4 Tips Simplify How You Should Use Modifier 62
Here’s why your documentation needs extra attention. When two surgeons work toge... Read more
4 Tips Simplify How You Should Use Modifier 62
Here’s why your documentation needs extra attention. When two surgeons work toge... Read more
Reader Question:
Divide the Line Between Missed, Incomplete Ab
Question: Patient comes into the office for an ob ultrasound and the impression is ... Read more
Divide the Line Between Missed, Incomplete Ab
Question: Patient comes into the office for an ob ultrasound and the impression is ... Read more
Reader Question:
High-Risk Medications During Pregnancy, Use These Codes
Question: I need help locating the iCD-10 codes for use of high-risk medication dur... Read more
High-Risk Medications During Pregnancy, Use These Codes
Question: I need help locating the iCD-10 codes for use of high-risk medication dur... Read more
Reader Question:
Examine This Insertion of Catheter
Question: A physician performed a rectus fascia pubovaginal sling for incontinence ... Read more
Examine This Insertion of Catheter
Question: A physician performed a rectus fascia pubovaginal sling for incontinence ... Read more
Reader Question:
You Need Proof For Modifier 82
Question: Is there a difference in the reimbursement of procedures for modifiers 80... Read more
You Need Proof For Modifier 82
Question: Is there a difference in the reimbursement of procedures for modifiers 80... Read more
Reader Question:
Repeat Pap Plus Urinary Tract Infection
Question: A Medicare patient who is high risk due to sexual behavior came in for he... Read more
Repeat Pap Plus Urinary Tract Infection
Question: A Medicare patient who is high risk due to sexual behavior came in for he... Read more
Reader Question:
Surgery Pre-Work Includes Informed Consent
Question: Patient came in for routine prenatal care visit. She knows she wants a tu... Read more
Surgery Pre-Work Includes Informed Consent
Question: Patient came in for routine prenatal care visit. She knows she wants a tu... Read more
Reader Question:
Code This Wound Exploration, Fascia Endometrioma Removal
Question: I need help locating the right CPT® code. Procedure: old incision w... Read more
Code This Wound Exploration, Fascia Endometrioma Removal
Question: I need help locating the right CPT® code. Procedure: old incision w... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Seventh Character ICD-10 Codes for Ob Patients
Question: When adding the 7th character on OB codes, where it states “0 not a... Read more
Seventh Character ICD-10 Codes for Ob Patients
Question: When adding the 7th character on OB codes, where it states “0 not a... Read more
ICD-10:
6 Categories Simplify Your Numerous ICD-10 Gynecology Changes
Get ready to specify ovarian cyst laterality in October. Remember how you had thought ... Read more
6 Categories Simplify Your Numerous ICD-10 Gynecology Changes
Get ready to specify ovarian cyst laterality in October. Remember how you had thought ... Read more
Obstetrics:
Align Your Your Amnio Claims With Success
Use this one word to choose the appropriate ICD-10, CPT® codes. Looking to improve... Read more
Align Your Your Amnio Claims With Success
Use this one word to choose the appropriate ICD-10, CPT® codes. Looking to improve... Read more
E/M:
Can Your Report Preventive and E/M Services on the Same Day? Find Out
The correct preventive code depends on status and age. When every dollar counts, you n... Read more
Can Your Report Preventive and E/M Services on the Same Day? Find Out
The correct preventive code depends on status and age. When every dollar counts, you n... Read more
Reader Question:
For Modifier 82, You Need Evidence
Question: Is there a difference in the reimbursement of procedures for modifiers 80... Read more
For Modifier 82, You Need Evidence
Question: Is there a difference in the reimbursement of procedures for modifiers 80... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Laparoscopic to Open Procedure for Ectopic Pregnancy
Question: My ob-gyn did a diagnostic laparoscopy, an exploratory laparotomy, and a ... Read more
Laparoscopic to Open Procedure for Ectopic Pregnancy
Question: My ob-gyn did a diagnostic laparoscopy, an exploratory laparotomy, and a ... Read more
CCI 22.1:
Highlight These Fibroid Removal, Myomectomy, Colporrhaphy Edits To Avoid Denials
You can potentially appeal denials you received for this revision. April brings more ... Read more
Highlight These Fibroid Removal, Myomectomy, Colporrhaphy Edits To Avoid Denials
You can potentially appeal denials you received for this revision. April brings more ... Read more
ICD-10 Coding Quiz:
Validate How You Report Z Codes With This 7 Question Challenge
Find out if a Z code can be a primary diagnosis. The Z codes are not only for providin... Read more
Validate How You Report Z Codes With This 7 Question Challenge
Find out if a Z code can be a primary diagnosis. The Z codes are not only for providin... Read more
Practice Management:
Monitor Claims to Max Out Your Ob-Gyn's Pay
Keep your AR up-to-date. You’re up-to-date on coding changes, you’ve educa... Read more
Monitor Claims to Max Out Your Ob-Gyn's Pay
Keep your AR up-to-date. You’re up-to-date on coding changes, you’ve educa... Read more
Reader Question:
Use Autologous Dx for Blood Cord Collections
Question: My ob-gyn saw a patient who had a normal spontaneous vaginal delivery ove... Read more
Use Autologous Dx for Blood Cord Collections
Question: My ob-gyn saw a patient who had a normal spontaneous vaginal delivery ove... Read more
Reader Question:
No Layered Repair? Then Strike "Complex" from Your Options
Question: My ob-gyn performed an episiotomy revision in the office 8 months after t... Read more
No Layered Repair? Then Strike "Complex" from Your Options
Question: My ob-gyn performed an episiotomy revision in the office 8 months after t... Read more
Reader Question:
Can You Choose E/M Code Based on Time Alone? Find Out
Question: If the ob-gyn documents: “Time spent in the evaluation of the patie... Read more
Can You Choose E/M Code Based on Time Alone? Find Out
Question: If the ob-gyn documents: “Time spent in the evaluation of the patie... Read more
Reader Question:
Control of Bleeding May Not Mean Extra Payment
Question: The ob-gyn performed a LAVH with BSO (uterine weight of 270 grams); the h... Read more
Control of Bleeding May Not Mean Extra Payment
Question: The ob-gyn performed a LAVH with BSO (uterine weight of 270 grams); the h... Read more
Reader Question:
Code Descrip Includes Minimum Attending Ob Visits
Question: One of our practice’s Fellows sees an ob patient for, say, six pren... Read more
Code Descrip Includes Minimum Attending Ob Visits
Question: One of our practice’s Fellows sees an ob patient for, say, six pren... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Go Further In-Depth for This Repeat Pap Scenario
Question: On page 30 in the “Validate This Repeat Pap Plus UTI Scenario&rdquo... Read more
Go Further In-Depth for This Repeat Pap Scenario
Question: On page 30 in the “Validate This Repeat Pap Plus UTI Scenario&rdquo... Read more
Obstetrics:
Expert Advice Will Help Align Your Amnio Claims With Success
Tip: “Polyhydramnios” can make or break your CPT®, ICD-10 codes. If yo... Read more
Expert Advice Will Help Align Your Amnio Claims With Success
Tip: “Polyhydramnios” can make or break your CPT®, ICD-10 codes. If yo... Read more
Gynecology:
Pap Smears With Yearly Physicals? Pay Attention to Payer Particulars
Heads up: Medicare follows its own guidelines, not CPT® rules. If you’re not... Read more
Pap Smears With Yearly Physicals? Pay Attention to Payer Particulars
Heads up: Medicare follows its own guidelines, not CPT® rules. If you’re not... Read more
Modifiers:
3 FAQs Will Help You Minimize Making Modifier 22 Mistakes
Find out how much longer a procedure should take. Appending modifier 22 (Increased proced... Read more
3 FAQs Will Help You Minimize Making Modifier 22 Mistakes
Find out how much longer a procedure should take. Appending modifier 22 (Increased proced... Read more
ICD-10:
Make Sense of Your Litany of Pregnancy Complication Options
Tip: The majority of your new options specify trimester. No longer should you look to ... Read more
Make Sense of Your Litany of Pregnancy Complication Options
Tip: The majority of your new options specify trimester. No longer should you look to ... Read more
Reader Question:
Using Modifier 82? Have Documentation Ready
Question: Is there a difference in the reimbursement of procedures for modifiers 80... Read more
Using Modifier 82? Have Documentation Ready
Question: Is there a difference in the reimbursement of procedures for modifiers 80... Read more
Reader Question:
Establish These Ectopic Pregnancies Codes
Question: My ob-gyn did a diagnostic laparoscopy, an exploratory laparotomy, and a ... Read more
Establish These Ectopic Pregnancies Codes
Question: My ob-gyn did a diagnostic laparoscopy, an exploratory laparotomy, and a ... Read more
Reader Question:
Don't Automatically Combine ER and Office Visits
Question: If a patient was seen for an office visit (99214) first and then later on... Read more
Don't Automatically Combine ER and Office Visits
Question: If a patient was seen for an office visit (99214) first and then later on... Read more
Reader Question:
Are Delivery Only Codes Losing You Ethical Money? Find Out
Question: My practice has encountered many situations where a patient comes in and ... Read more
Are Delivery Only Codes Losing You Ethical Money? Find Out
Question: My practice has encountered many situations where a patient comes in and ... Read more
Reader Question:
Validate This Repeat Pap Plus UTI Scenario
Question: A Medicare patient who is high risk due to sexual behavior came in for he... Read more
Validate This Repeat Pap Plus UTI Scenario
Question: A Medicare patient who is high risk due to sexual behavior came in for he... Read more
Reader Question:
Include a Hymenectomy in Surgical Approach
Question: One of our providers performed a hysteroscopy dilation and curettage for re... Read more
Include a Hymenectomy in Surgical Approach
Question: One of our providers performed a hysteroscopy dilation and curettage for re... Read more
Reader Question:
Your Physician's Documentation Can Vary
Question: My ob-gyn reported an established patient office visit code 99214, but th... Read more
Your Physician's Documentation Can Vary
Question: My ob-gyn reported an established patient office visit code 99214, but th... Read more
Reader Question:
Breastfeeding Counseling? Look to this Diagnosis
Question: My ob-gyn saw a patient who was having problems breastfeeding her infant.... Read more
Breastfeeding Counseling? Look to this Diagnosis
Question: My ob-gyn saw a patient who was having problems breastfeeding her infant.... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Retained Products of Conception Do Not Equal Complication
Question: A patient had an elective abortion elsewhere. She came to our clinic, and... Read more
Retained Products of Conception Do Not Equal Complication
Question: A patient had an elective abortion elsewhere. She came to our clinic, and... Read more
ICD-10:
Explore Your "Exposure for the Zika Virus" Diagnosis Coding Options
Here’s what diagnoses to use for confirmed case ultrasounds. According to the Wo... Read more
Explore Your "Exposure for the Zika Virus" Diagnosis Coding Options
Here’s what diagnoses to use for confirmed case ultrasounds. According to the Wo... Read more
News You Can Use:
Add These 2 New HCPCS Codes to Your IUS Options
Delete this old HCPCS code from your potential options. If your practice sees patient ... Read more
Add These 2 New HCPCS Codes to Your IUS Options
Delete this old HCPCS code from your potential options. If your practice sees patient ... Read more
Coding Quiz:
Determine When You Can Bill Visits Outside You Global Ob Packages
Key: Was ob-gyn monitoring the pregnancy? Do you know whether you should include or ex... Read more
Determine When You Can Bill Visits Outside You Global Ob Packages
Key: Was ob-gyn monitoring the pregnancy? Do you know whether you should include or ex... Read more
Subscriber Feedback:
Stay Tuned for News About Vaginal Hysterectomy + Colporrhaphy Edit
The AUGS submitted a letter objecting to this edit. A subscriber recently contacted us... Read more
Stay Tuned for News About Vaginal Hysterectomy + Colporrhaphy Edit
The AUGS submitted a letter objecting to this edit. A subscriber recently contacted us... Read more
Reader Question:
ER Admission Matters to POS
Question: My ob-gyn was performing rounds at the hospital. He got a page that an es... Read more
ER Admission Matters to POS
Question: My ob-gyn was performing rounds at the hospital. He got a page that an es... Read more
Reader Question:
Count Oocytes to Use 89280-89281
Question: Codes 89280 and 89281 don’t have a Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) ... Read more
Count Oocytes to Use 89280-89281
Question: Codes 89280 and 89281 don’t have a Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) ... Read more
Reader Question:
Decipher Column 1, Column 2 CCI Codes
Question: Sometimes I cannot find the two codes I intend to bill in the CCI edits. ... Read more
Decipher Column 1, Column 2 CCI Codes
Question: Sometimes I cannot find the two codes I intend to bill in the CCI edits. ... Read more
Reader Question:
Use 58662 For Ovary Part Destruction
Question: Our ob-gyn did a laparoscopy with aspiration of one ovarian cyst and then... Read more
Use 58662 For Ovary Part Destruction
Question: Our ob-gyn did a laparoscopy with aspiration of one ovarian cyst and then... Read more
Reader Question:
Reflect Both Unlisted and Listed Laparoscopic Procedures
Question: My physician performed a laparoscopic radical parametrectomy, upper vagin... Read more
Reflect Both Unlisted and Listed Laparoscopic Procedures
Question: My physician performed a laparoscopic radical parametrectomy, upper vagin... Read more
Reader Question:
Consider 10021 for FNA Without U/S
Question: My ob-gyn performed the following procedure: Office pelvic ultrasound rev... Read more
Consider 10021 for FNA Without U/S
Question: My ob-gyn performed the following procedure: Office pelvic ultrasound rev... Read more
Reader Question:
Unnecessary Mod 52 Use Could Subtract From Your Bottom Line
Question: My ob-gyn saw a patient with ovarian cancer. He performed a total ab... Read more
Unnecessary Mod 52 Use Could Subtract From Your Bottom Line
Question: My ob-gyn saw a patient with ovarian cancer. He performed a total ab... Read more
Reader Question:
Follow-Up BC Visits? Decide Between 99401-94404, 99211-99215
Question: Our providers have our patients come back to our ob-gyn office after thre... Read more
Follow-Up BC Visits? Decide Between 99401-94404, 99211-99215
Question: Our providers have our patients come back to our ob-gyn office after thre... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Diagnosis for Pre-Eclampsia No Longer Present
Question: How do you code for a postpartum follow-up visit for a patient who had ge... Read more
Diagnosis for Pre-Eclampsia No Longer Present
Question: How do you code for a postpartum follow-up visit for a patient who had ge... Read more
CCI 22.0:
5 Subtle Ob-Gyn Bundles Highlight Quarter 1 CCI Edits
As always, pay attention to modifier indicators. You won’t have much to apply t... Read more
5 Subtle Ob-Gyn Bundles Highlight Quarter 1 CCI Edits
As always, pay attention to modifier indicators. You won’t have much to apply t... Read more
Obstetrics:
Troubleshoot Twin Delivery Claims By Answering 4 Tough Questions
Here’s what you should do when the babies are born on different days. How should... Read more
Troubleshoot Twin Delivery Claims By Answering 4 Tough Questions
Here’s what you should do when the babies are born on different days. How should... Read more
ICD-10:
Diagnosis Specifies Whether Amenorrhea Is Primary or Secondary
Plus, don’t miss this news about Excludes1 notes. Amenorrhea refers to the absen... Read more
Diagnosis Specifies Whether Amenorrhea Is Primary or Secondary
Plus, don’t miss this news about Excludes1 notes. Amenorrhea refers to the absen... Read more
HIPAA Compliance:
Knowing What Qualifies as a Breach is Key to Avoidance
Fines range from $100 to $1,500,000 so strive for compliance. Often small mistakes won... Read more
Knowing What Qualifies as a Breach is Key to Avoidance
Fines range from $100 to $1,500,000 so strive for compliance. Often small mistakes won... Read more
Reader Question:
Examine This List of Supplies for 56420
Question: I have a doctor that was wondering if we could code a separate code for c... Read more
Examine This List of Supplies for 56420
Question: I have a doctor that was wondering if we could code a separate code for c... Read more
Reader Question:
A Laparoscopic A&P Repair is Impossible - Here's Why
Question: The op note states, “Laparoscopic Uterosacral suspension, A&P r... Read more
A Laparoscopic A&P Repair is Impossible - Here's Why
Question: The op note states, “Laparoscopic Uterosacral suspension, A&P r... Read more
Reader Question:
Follow the Guidelines For Who Can Do HPI
Question: Are nurses in a doctor’s office allowed to do the HPI, ROS and Asse... Read more
Follow the Guidelines For Who Can Do HPI
Question: Are nurses in a doctor’s office allowed to do the HPI, ROS and Asse... Read more
Reader Question:
Calculate Patient's Weeks Gestation
Question: I know that week’s gestation is on prenatal records, but is it... Read more
Calculate Patient's Weeks Gestation
Question: I know that week’s gestation is on prenatal records, but is it... Read more
Reader Question:
Make Sense of Immunization Diagnoses
Question: I’m a bit puzzled with Immunization diagnoses. Prior to ICD-10, we ... Read more
Make Sense of Immunization Diagnoses
Question: I’m a bit puzzled with Immunization diagnoses. Prior to ICD-10, we ... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Double Cervices? Have Strong Documentation to Use This Modifier
Question: I have a physician who did two colposcopies of the cervix on a patient wi... Read more
Double Cervices? Have Strong Documentation to Use This Modifier
Question: I have a physician who did two colposcopies of the cervix on a patient wi... Read more
Obstetrics:
Pregnant Patient Annual Visit? Code What You Know By Visit's End
Here are the ICD-10 codes you should be using. The starting line for global maternal c... Read more
Pregnant Patient Annual Visit? Code What You Know By Visit's End
Here are the ICD-10 codes you should be using. The starting line for global maternal c... Read more
Gynecology:
5 Tips Help Manage Your Myomectomy Claims
Heads up: The weight of myomas can matter more than the number of them. Deciding which... Read more
5 Tips Help Manage Your Myomectomy Claims
Heads up: The weight of myomas can matter more than the number of them. Deciding which... Read more
E/M:
Maximize Your Ethical Reimbursement By Focusing on 99211
Meet these 3 criteria, and your claims will have no problem. If your ob-gyn waives cha... Read more
Maximize Your Ethical Reimbursement By Focusing on 99211
Meet these 3 criteria, and your claims will have no problem. If your ob-gyn waives cha... Read more
ICD-10:
Prevent Pelvic and Female Genital Organ Pain Diagnosis Mishaps With This Advice
Forget 625.9; you should be using one of two codes instead. Patients often present to... Read more
Prevent Pelvic and Female Genital Organ Pain Diagnosis Mishaps With This Advice
Forget 625.9; you should be using one of two codes instead. Patients often present to... Read more
Reader Question:
How to Report Nitrazine Smear
Question: The ob-gyn performed a Nitrazine smear to check to see if a patient&rsquo... Read more
How to Report Nitrazine Smear
Question: The ob-gyn performed a Nitrazine smear to check to see if a patient&rsquo... Read more
Reader Question:
More Than 13 Antepartum Visits? Do This
Question: If a pregnant patient has a total of 23 visits due to gestational DM or p... Read more
More Than 13 Antepartum Visits? Do This
Question: If a pregnant patient has a total of 23 visits due to gestational DM or p... Read more
Reader Question:
MFM Consults In Hospital? Look to Outpatient Codes
Question: We have a few patients that our Maternal Fetal Medicine doctor saw in the h... Read more
MFM Consults In Hospital? Look to Outpatient Codes
Question: We have a few patients that our Maternal Fetal Medicine doctor saw in the h... Read more
Reader Question:
Should You Use Modifier on US Scenario? Find Out
Question: A patient came into the clinic for a routine prenatal visit, and we perfo... Read more
Should You Use Modifier on US Scenario? Find Out
Question: A patient came into the clinic for a routine prenatal visit, and we perfo... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Be Sure To Include How Long Service Took For Modifiers 52, 53
Question: My ob-gyn attempted hysteroscopic D&C but “after 40 minutes of ... Read more
Be Sure To Include How Long Service Took For Modifiers 52, 53
Question: My ob-gyn attempted hysteroscopic D&C but “after 40 minutes of ... Read more