Pulmonology Coding Alert
ICD-10-CM:
Learn 5 Tips to Elevate Your COPD Coding
Hint: pay attention to the ICD-10-CM code notes. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (C... Read more
Learn 5 Tips to Elevate Your COPD Coding
Hint: pay attention to the ICD-10-CM code notes. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (C... Read more
Case Study:
Correctly Code These RSV Bronchiolitis Cases
Also: review the RSV testing codes. One of the most common diagnoses pulmonologists see d... Read more
Correctly Code These RSV Bronchiolitis Cases
Also: review the RSV testing codes. One of the most common diagnoses pulmonologists see d... Read more
Artificial Intelligence:
Ask These Questions When Searching for an AI Coding System – Part 1
Can NLP decipher language differences between doctors? Choosing the right artificial int... Read more
Ask These Questions When Searching for an AI Coding System – Part 1
Can NLP decipher language differences between doctors? Choosing the right artificial int... Read more
Industry Notes:
UHG Faces Class-Action Lawsuit From February Cyberattack
UnitedHealth Group (UHG) is experiencing more headaches over the February 2024 Change Heal... Read more
UHG Faces Class-Action Lawsuit From February Cyberattack
UnitedHealth Group (UHG) is experiencing more headaches over the February 2024 Change Heal... Read more
Reader Questions:
Review ICD-10-CM Guidelines for a MRSA-Pneumonia Dx
Question: What codes should I use to report a diagnosis of pneumonia due to Methicill... Read more
Review ICD-10-CM Guidelines for a MRSA-Pneumonia Dx
Question: What codes should I use to report a diagnosis of pneumonia due to Methicill... Read more
Reader Questions:
Never Report 2 Bronchoscopy Codes When Only 1 is Needed
Question: The report I have states the pulmonologist performed a diagnostic bronchosc... Read more
Never Report 2 Bronchoscopy Codes When Only 1 is Needed
Question: The report I have states the pulmonologist performed a diagnostic bronchosc... Read more
Reader Questions:
Differentiate Between ‘Consent’ and ‘Authorization’
Question: I'm confused by some of the language in the Health Insurance Portability a... Read more
Differentiate Between ‘Consent’ and ‘Authorization’
Question: I'm confused by some of the language in the Health Insurance Portability a... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Can You Report a PE Code for a Bronchus Blood Clot?
Question: A patient presented for a therapeutic aspiration to remove a blood clot in ... Read more
Can You Report a PE Code for a Bronchus Blood Clot?
Question: A patient presented for a therapeutic aspiration to remove a blood clot in ... Read more
ICD-10-CM:
Get to Know the 2025 ICD-10-CM Code Set
Specify obesity classes with new codes. With more than 250 new diagnosis codes, the 2025 ... Read more
Get to Know the 2025 ICD-10-CM Code Set
Specify obesity classes with new codes. With more than 250 new diagnosis codes, the 2025 ... Read more
Modifiers:
Remember These 3 Rules for Modifier 25 Use
Separate, significant, and same day spell successful application. When you attach modifi... Read more
Remember These 3 Rules for Modifier 25 Use
Separate, significant, and same day spell successful application. When you attach modifi... Read more
MPFS:
Here’s the Big News in the 2025 Proposed Rule
Big surprise: Another rate cut is coming. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Servic... Read more
Here’s the Big News in the 2025 Proposed Rule
Big surprise: Another rate cut is coming. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Servic... Read more
Reader Questions:
Locate the Correct Lung Granuloma Code
Question: What code do I need to assign for a lung granuloma diagnosis? Codify Subsc... Read more
Locate the Correct Lung Granuloma Code
Question: What code do I need to assign for a lung granuloma diagnosis? Codify Subsc... Read more
Reader Questions:
Find Out How to Handle Family History Facts
Question: When our pulmonologists get referrals for procedures, the referring physici... Read more
Find Out How to Handle Family History Facts
Question: When our pulmonologists get referrals for procedures, the referring physici... Read more
Reader Questions:
Learn How to Report a Paracentesis Case Without Accepted Modifiers
Question: I code for a hospital outpatient facility. A pulmonologist brought a patien... Read more
Learn How to Report a Paracentesis Case Without Accepted Modifiers
Question: I code for a hospital outpatient facility. A pulmonologist brought a patien... Read more
Reader Questions:
Do Bronchoscopy and Brushings Require Multiple Codes?
Question: A patient underwent a diagnostic endoscopy with specimen collection via bru... Read more
Do Bronchoscopy and Brushings Require Multiple Codes?
Question: A patient underwent a diagnostic endoscopy with specimen collection via bru... Read more
Reader Questions:
Beware AI-Crafted Phishing Emails
Question: I've received several phishing emails over the past few months that are ver... Read more
Beware AI-Crafted Phishing Emails
Question: I've received several phishing emails over the past few months that are ver... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Avoid Double Billing for Unattended Sleep Studies
Question: Can we bill G0399 and 95806-26 together on the same claim? One of our provi... Read more
Avoid Double Billing for Unattended Sleep Studies
Question: Can we bill G0399 and 95806-26 together on the same claim? One of our provi... Read more
CPT® 101:
Use Key Documentation Details to Identify Plethysmography Procedures
Combine plethysmography and spirometry for a complete PFT. Spirometry receives a lot of a... Read more
Use Key Documentation Details to Identify Plethysmography Procedures
Combine plethysmography and spirometry for a complete PFT. Spirometry receives a lot of a... Read more
Modifier Mania:
5 Tips to Help You Differentiate Modifiers 76, 77, and 91
Remember that repeat lab services have their own modifier. It's a common occurrence: Your... Read more
5 Tips to Help You Differentiate Modifiers 76, 77, and 91
Remember that repeat lab services have their own modifier. It's a common occurrence: Your... Read more
Reimbursement:
Fight for Your Right to Appeal and Win
Insurance companies aren't advocating for your office; that's your job. During her HEAL... Read more
Fight for Your Right to Appeal and Win
Insurance companies aren't advocating for your office; that's your job. During her HEAL... Read more
Reader Questions:
Count the Days to Code RPM Services Correctvly
Question: A pulmonologist performed remote physiologic monitoring of a 78-year-old pa... Read more
Count the Days to Code RPM Services Correctvly
Question: A pulmonologist performed remote physiologic monitoring of a 78-year-old pa... Read more
Reader Questions:
Reevaluate the Relationship Between Unlisted Codes and Modifiers
Question: Can I append a modifier to an unlisted CPT® code? I'm having trouble getti... Read more
Reevaluate the Relationship Between Unlisted Codes and Modifiers
Question: Can I append a modifier to an unlisted CPT® code? I'm having trouble getti... Read more
Reader Questions:
Look out for Combination Diagnosis Codes
Question: A patient presented with a severe sore throat, pain when swallowing, a high... Read more
Look out for Combination Diagnosis Codes
Question: A patient presented with a severe sore throat, pain when swallowing, a high... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Evaluate the COPD Excludes Notes
Question: I have a report where the pulmonologist diagnosed the patient with pneumoco... Read more
Evaluate the COPD Excludes Notes
Question: I have a report where the pulmonologist diagnosed the patient with pneumoco... Read more
ICD-10-CM:
Reinforce Your Acute Bronchitis Coding Skills
Find out if you need cause codes. Acute bronchitis typically manifests due to the presenc... Read more
Reinforce Your Acute Bronchitis Coding Skills
Find out if you need cause codes. Acute bronchitis typically manifests due to the presenc... Read more
Artificial Intelligence:
Use AI to Tackle Your Claims Backlog With These 3 Tips
Remember to review the tech's code choices. Revenue cycle teams handle thousands of medic... Read more
Use AI to Tackle Your Claims Backlog With These 3 Tips
Remember to review the tech's code choices. Revenue cycle teams handle thousands of medic... Read more
Practice Management:
Use This Guidance to Improve Your Coding Education Process
Check out these tips for more effective onboarding. Coding education is an ongoing effor... Read more
Use This Guidance to Improve Your Coding Education Process
Check out these tips for more effective onboarding. Coding education is an ongoing effor... Read more
Reader Questions:
Count Provider Minutes When Performing Phone Visits
Question: A provider had a telephone visit with a patient to refill prescriptions for... Read more
Count Provider Minutes When Performing Phone Visits
Question: A provider had a telephone visit with a patient to refill prescriptions for... Read more
Reader Questions:
How Does CPT® Define an Hour of Service?
Question: Could you explain the difference between “first hour” codes and “up t... Read more
How Does CPT® Define an Hour of Service?
Question: Could you explain the difference between “first hour” codes and “up t... Read more
Reader Questions:
Can You Successfully Code a PAP Diagnosis?
Question: I've been a professional coder for more than 20 years, but I recently move... Read more
Can You Successfully Code a PAP Diagnosis?
Question: I've been a professional coder for more than 20 years, but I recently move... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Recognize Image Guidance Equipment Abbreviations
Question: I have a report that states the pulmonologist performed a thoracentesis pro... Read more
Recognize Image Guidance Equipment Abbreviations
Question: I have a report that states the pulmonologist performed a thoracentesis pro... Read more
CPT® 101:
Know When to Report Spirometry Components Separately
Hint: NCCI PTP edit pairs holds the key. Spirometry is an essential service for assessing... Read more
Know When to Report Spirometry Components Separately
Hint: NCCI PTP edit pairs holds the key. Spirometry is an essential service for assessing... Read more
Payers:
Acknowledge the Need for Strong Relationships with Payers
Getting glimpses of the payer experience is a good first step. While providers may not b... Read more
Acknowledge the Need for Strong Relationships with Payers
Getting glimpses of the payer experience is a good first step. While providers may not b... Read more
E/M:
Bolster Your Distinct Time Billing Knowledge
Remember to bill with only one provider's number. Billing for split or shared services be... Read more
Bolster Your Distinct Time Billing Knowledge
Remember to bill with only one provider's number. Billing for split or shared services be... Read more
Reader Questions:
Take This Advice for Precise J2919 Reporting
Question: I'm new to pulmonology coding and I have an encounter note for a pulmonolog... Read more
Take This Advice for Precise J2919 Reporting
Question: I'm new to pulmonology coding and I have an encounter note for a pulmonolog... Read more
Reader Questions:
Explore Potential Outcomes of SDOH
Question: I know there's a huge push to document social determinants of health (SDOH)... Read more
Explore Potential Outcomes of SDOH
Question: I know there's a huge push to document social determinants of health (SDOH)... Read more
Reader Questions:
Clarify HIPAA Terminology
Question: What is the difference between “consent” and “authorization” in the... Read more
Clarify HIPAA Terminology
Question: What is the difference between “consent” and “authorization” in the... Read more
Reader Questions:
Be Careful With Complexity for Undiagnosed Condition
Question: Does an undiagnosed new problem with uncertain diagnosis automatically mean... Read more
Be Careful With Complexity for Undiagnosed Condition
Question: Does an undiagnosed new problem with uncertain diagnosis automatically mean... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Find Out If a Mucus Plug is a Foreign Body
Question: The medical report I have lists the diagnosis as hypoxia due to a mucus plu... Read more
Find Out If a Mucus Plug is a Foreign Body
Question: The medical report I have lists the diagnosis as hypoxia due to a mucus plu... Read more
Condition Spotlight:
Understand Acute vs. Chronic Pulmonary Edema Coding
Pay attention to parent code notes. Several conditions in the ICD-10-CM code set are cla... Read more
Understand Acute vs. Chronic Pulmonary Edema Coding
Pay attention to parent code notes. Several conditions in the ICD-10-CM code set are cla... Read more
Coding Quiz:
Evaluate Your E/M and Spirometry Procedure Coding Knowledge
Find out if your coding skills are on point. As a pulmonology coder, evaluation and manag... Read more
Evaluate Your E/M and Spirometry Procedure Coding Knowledge
Find out if your coding skills are on point. As a pulmonology coder, evaluation and manag... Read more
HIPAA:
OCR Warns Entities About Prioritizing Cybersecurity
Key stakeholders met to discuss ‘interconnectedness' of U.S. healthcare system. With ... Read more
OCR Warns Entities About Prioritizing Cybersecurity
Key stakeholders met to discuss ‘interconnectedness' of U.S. healthcare system. With ... Read more
Coding Quiz Answers:
Check Your E/M and Spirometry Coding Answers
Find out what a ‘B' status means in the MPFS. Check to see if your answers from the qu... Read more
Check Your E/M and Spirometry Coding Answers
Find out what a ‘B' status means in the MPFS. Check to see if your answers from the qu... Read more
Reader Questions:
Use 94011-94012 for Patients Under 2 Years Old
Question: I'm new to pulmonology coding and having difficulty with the following cas... Read more
Use 94011-94012 for Patients Under 2 Years Old
Question: I'm new to pulmonology coding and having difficulty with the following cas... Read more
Reader Questions:
Learn How to Report Multiple Days of Ventilator Management
Question: I have a pulmonologist's report that states they performed ventilation assi... Read more
Learn How to Report Multiple Days of Ventilator Management
Question: I have a pulmonologist's report that states they performed ventilation assi... Read more
Reader Questions:
Easily Fix EHR Errors
Question: How should we correct a mistake in an electronic health record (EHR)? Mont... Read more
Easily Fix EHR Errors
Question: How should we correct a mistake in an electronic health record (EHR)? Mont... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Review Code Notes When Reporting Eosinophilic Asthma
Question: I received a pulmonology report that lists the diagnoses as eosinophilic as... Read more
Review Code Notes When Reporting Eosinophilic Asthma
Question: I received a pulmonology report that lists the diagnoses as eosinophilic as... Read more
Mythbusters:
Avoid Falling for These 3 Allergy Coding Myths
Remember to report the cause of asthma exacerbation. Patients who suffer from asthma and ... Read more
Avoid Falling for These 3 Allergy Coding Myths
Remember to report the cause of asthma exacerbation. Patients who suffer from asthma and ... Read more
Coding Updates:
Keep Your Diagnosis Coding Knowledge Fresh With Midyear Updates
Stay aware of Excludes note changes. In January 2024, the Centers for Disease Control an... Read more
Keep Your Diagnosis Coding Knowledge Fresh With Midyear Updates
Stay aware of Excludes note changes. In January 2024, the Centers for Disease Control an... Read more
E/M:
Eliminate MDM Coding Confusion With These 3 Scenarios
Examine all the information when gauging risk. Assessing murky situations to define med... Read more
Eliminate MDM Coding Confusion With These 3 Scenarios
Examine all the information when gauging risk. Assessing murky situations to define med... Read more
Reader Questions:
Memorize This Status Asthmaticus Definition for Coding Success
Question: I have a report listing a patient's diagnosis as severe persistent asthma, ... Read more
Memorize This Status Asthmaticus Definition for Coding Success
Question: I have a report listing a patient's diagnosis as severe persistent asthma, ... Read more
Reader Questions:
Explore Each of the 5 Medicare Denial Appeal Levels
Question: We filed a claim for a Medicare Part B patient with our Medicare Administra... Read more
Explore Each of the 5 Medicare Denial Appeal Levels
Question: We filed a claim for a Medicare Part B patient with our Medicare Administra... Read more
Reader Questions:
Secure Your Car Seat Test Coding Skills
Question: I'm new to pulmonology coding and have a report that states the pulmonolog... Read more
Secure Your Car Seat Test Coding Skills
Question: I'm new to pulmonology coding and have a report that states the pulmonolog... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Identify a COPD Exacerbation Diagnosis with PFT
Question: A patient presented with chronic cough, wheezing, and difficulty breathing.... Read more
Identify a COPD Exacerbation Diagnosis with PFT
Question: A patient presented with chronic cough, wheezing, and difficulty breathing.... Read more
ICD-10-CM:
Dust Off Your Pneumoconiosis Coding Knowledge
Remember to use J65 for tuberculosis-related diagnoses. Patients suffering from pneumocon... Read more
Dust Off Your Pneumoconiosis Coding Knowledge
Remember to use J65 for tuberculosis-related diagnoses. Patients suffering from pneumocon... Read more
Reimbursement:
Know Who Can Supervise Pulmonary Rehab Services in 2024
How do you report 2 sessions in 1 day? Find out. On Nov. 16, 2023, the Centers for Medica... Read more
Know Who Can Supervise Pulmonary Rehab Services in 2024
How do you report 2 sessions in 1 day? Find out. On Nov. 16, 2023, the Centers for Medica... Read more
Modifier Mania:
Overcome NCCI Edits Coding Confusion
Know when it's okay to unbundle edit pairs. The National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI)... Read more
Overcome NCCI Edits Coding Confusion
Know when it's okay to unbundle edit pairs. The National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI)... Read more
Reader Questions:
Review the Midyear Mappings to Find New HCC Codes
Question: Code J44.89 was a new addition to the 2024 ICD-10-CM code set. One of the s... Read more
Review the Midyear Mappings to Find New HCC Codes
Question: Code J44.89 was a new addition to the 2024 ICD-10-CM code set. One of the s... Read more
Reader Questions:
Check the Synonyms for Additional Diagnosis Terms
Question: I have a report for a patient who presented with a persistent dry cough and... Read more
Check the Synonyms for Additional Diagnosis Terms
Question: I have a report for a patient who presented with a persistent dry cough and... Read more
Reader Questions:
Learn What to Do When Excludes1 Notes Exclude Multiple Codes
Question: I have a report where the pulmonologist diagnosed the patient with unspecif... Read more
Learn What to Do When Excludes1 Notes Exclude Multiple Codes
Question: I have a report where the pulmonologist diagnosed the patient with unspecif... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Remember That CPAP Management is Bundled Into E/M Visits
Question: I'm new to pulmonology coding and I'm still figuring out evaluation and man... Read more
Remember That CPAP Management is Bundled Into E/M Visits
Question: I'm new to pulmonology coding and I'm still figuring out evaluation and man... Read more
CPT® 101:
Get Answers to 3 Burning Bronchoscopy Coding FAQs
Find out what word BAL documentation needs. As a pulmonology coder, you see your fair sha... Read more
Get Answers to 3 Burning Bronchoscopy Coding FAQs
Find out what word BAL documentation needs. As a pulmonology coder, you see your fair sha... Read more
Modifiers:
Append Assistant at Surgery Modifiers Correctly
Hint: Do not report modifiers 80 and AS together. Modifiers are important to your medica... Read more
Append Assistant at Surgery Modifiers Correctly
Hint: Do not report modifiers 80 and AS together. Modifiers are important to your medica... Read more
E/M:
Pay Attention to These 3 Items Before Billing Medicare
Find out what your provider needs to document for E/M encounters. In February 2023, the ... Read more
Pay Attention to These 3 Items Before Billing Medicare
Find out what your provider needs to document for E/M encounters. In February 2023, the ... Read more
Reader Questions:
Pinpoint the Correct Phrenic Nerve Stimulation and Polysomnography Codes
Question: A patient recently underwent a procedure to have a phrenic nerve stimulator... Read more
Pinpoint the Correct Phrenic Nerve Stimulation and Polysomnography Codes
Question: A patient recently underwent a procedure to have a phrenic nerve stimulator... Read more
Reader Questions:
Analyze This Asbestosis Coding Case
Question: A patient presented with a cough, wheezing, and shortness of breath. The pa... Read more
Analyze This Asbestosis Coding Case
Question: A patient presented with a cough, wheezing, and shortness of breath. The pa... Read more
Reader Questions:
Look Beyond Reimbursement When Reporting Z Codes
Question: Do the ICD-10-CM Z codes affect reimbursement, or are they strictly for sta... Read more
Look Beyond Reimbursement When Reporting Z Codes
Question: Do the ICD-10-CM Z codes affect reimbursement, or are they strictly for sta... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Can You Report CPAP Management With an E/M?
Question: I'm new to pulmonology coding, and I have an encounter note for a recent ev... Read more
Can You Report CPAP Management With an E/M?
Question: I'm new to pulmonology coding, and I have an encounter note for a recent ev... Read more
Reimbursement:
Prepare for 2024 With This Physician Fee Schedule Analysis
Study how to correctly report split/shared visits. On Nov. 16, 2023, the Centers for Medi... Read more
Prepare for 2024 With This Physician Fee Schedule Analysis
Study how to correctly report split/shared visits. On Nov. 16, 2023, the Centers for Medi... Read more
Coding Quiz:
Test Your Memory of the 2024 ICD-10-CM J- Codes
Do you recall all the coding changes? Chapter 10 of the ICD-10-CM code set received sever... Read more
Test Your Memory of the 2024 ICD-10-CM J- Codes
Do you recall all the coding changes? Chapter 10 of the ICD-10-CM code set received sever... Read more
Administration:
Identify Personnel Apathy and Burnout With These 4 Tips
Get to know your team, so you can recognize signs. Members of your staff may experience ... Read more
Identify Personnel Apathy and Burnout With These 4 Tips
Get to know your team, so you can recognize signs. Members of your staff may experience ... Read more
Coding Quiz Answers:
Check Your Answers to Our 2024 ICD-10-CM Coding Quiz
Did you pick out the correct RAS codes? How well did you pay attention to the J-code chan... Read more
Check Your Answers to Our 2024 ICD-10-CM Coding Quiz
Did you pick out the correct RAS codes? How well did you pay attention to the J-code chan... Read more
Reader Question:
Remember PHI Risk When Calling Patient Names
Question: When calling out patients' names in the waiting room, is it acceptable to c... Read more
Remember PHI Risk When Calling Patient Names
Question: When calling out patients' names in the waiting room, is it acceptable to c... Read more
Reader Question:
Use 94726 to Report Body Box Testing
Question: I have a medical report that lists the procedure as a body box test. I'm ne... Read more
Use 94726 to Report Body Box Testing
Question: I have a medical report that lists the procedure as a body box test. I'm ne... Read more
Reader Question:
Verify the Correct Vasomotor Rhinitis Code
Question: A patient presented with a runny nose, nasal congestion, and postnasal drip... Read more
Verify the Correct Vasomotor Rhinitis Code
Question: A patient presented with a runny nose, nasal congestion, and postnasal drip... Read more
Reader Question:
Do You Have an Up-to-Date ABN Form?
Question: Our office manager asked me to make sure we're using the most up-to-date ad... Read more
Do You Have an Up-to-Date ABN Form?
Question: Our office manager asked me to make sure we're using the most up-to-date ad... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Manage This MRSA-Related Pneumonia Case
Question: A patient presented to our pulmonology practice with complaints of high fev... Read more
Manage This MRSA-Related Pneumonia Case
Question: A patient presented to our pulmonology practice with complaints of high fev... Read more
Pulmonology Coding:
Documentation is Key to Reporting Modifier 22
Question: When is it correct to append modifier 22 to procedures or services? Wiscon... Read more
Documentation is Key to Reporting Modifier 22
Question: When is it correct to append modifier 22 to procedures or services? Wiscon... Read more
Pulmonology Coding:
Seek Out The Correct Asthma Diagnosis Code
Question: A patient presented with an acute asthma exacerbation and the pulmonologist... Read more
Seek Out The Correct Asthma Diagnosis Code
Question: A patient presented with an acute asthma exacerbation and the pulmonologist... Read more
Pulmonology Coding:
Ask These Questions When Searching for an AI Coding System – Part 2
Will the price point deter future adopters? In the first part of this article, Pulmonolog... Read more
Ask These Questions When Searching for an AI Coding System – Part 2
Will the price point deter future adopters? In the first part of this article, Pulmonolog... Read more
Pulmonology Coding:
Prepare for the New Year’s Telemedicine Coding Options
Brief check-ins also receive a code. While the Pulmonary section of the CPT® code set wi... Read more
Prepare for the New Year’s Telemedicine Coding Options
Brief check-ins also receive a code. While the Pulmonary section of the CPT® code set wi... Read more
Pulmonology Coding:
Learn How to Count Rx Management Toward MDM
Question: I have a report from a recent evaluation and management (E/M) visit with an esta... Read more
Learn How to Count Rx Management Toward MDM
Question: I have a report from a recent evaluation and management (E/M) visit with an esta... Read more
Pulmonology Coding:
Analyze Acute Asthma Exacerbation Codes for Status Asthmaticus
Question: A patient presented to the emergency department (ED) with a flare up of their mo... Read more
Analyze Acute Asthma Exacerbation Codes for Status Asthmaticus
Question: A patient presented to the emergency department (ED) with a flare up of their mo... Read more
Pulmonology Coding:
Bolster Your Spirometry Claims With Lung Disease Dx Codes
Hint: Try to specify unspecified codes. One of the most common pulmonary function tests (... Read more
Bolster Your Spirometry Claims With Lung Disease Dx Codes
Hint: Try to specify unspecified codes. One of the most common pulmonary function tests (... Read more
Pulmonology Coding:
Find Out What Critical Care Services Include
Question: I have a medical record that indicates the pulmonologist performed critical... Read more
Find Out What Critical Care Services Include
Question: I have a medical record that indicates the pulmonologist performed critical... Read more
Pulmonology Coding:
Know How to Identify Pleural Infection Codes
Question: A pulmonologist in a private practice saw a patient who was experiencing ch... Read more
Know How to Identify Pleural Infection Codes
Question: A pulmonologist in a private practice saw a patient who was experiencing ch... Read more
Pulmonology Coding:
Identify and Report Different Emphysema Conditions With This Refresher
Find out how to code paraseptal emphysema. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) i... Read more
Identify and Report Different Emphysema Conditions With This Refresher
Find out how to code paraseptal emphysema. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) i... Read more