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Fee Schedule:
Learn How a Decreased CY 2022 CF Might Affect Your Radiology Practice’s Reimbursement
Plus: Check out this updated clinical labor pricing after 20 years. Has your radiology pr... Read more
Reimbursement:
Know How Medicare Beneficiaries Receive Greater Access to PET Scans
Find out which radiology services have new RVUs. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (C... Read more
ICD-10-CM:
Understand the Tricks to Using Activity Codes with Winter Sports Injuries
Do activity codes provide valuable research data? Find out. Using the activity codes list... Read more
Reader Questions:
Grasp How to Code a Skier’s Thumb Injury
Question: I have a physician's documentation diagnosing the patient with a sprained t... Read more
Reader Questions:
Code This Case of Epiploic Appendagitis Correctly
Question: A 38-year-old patient visits our imaging facility after visiting their prim... Read more
Reader Questions:
Dig This Snow Shoveling Activity Code Exclusion
Question: A patient came into our practice complaining of right shoulder pain after s... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Modify Your CPT® Codes When Interpreting Results
Question: A radiologist in our imaging facility interpreted the results of a patient'... Read more
Documentation:
Press Record on Radiologic Images to Ensure Proper Documentation
Key: The number of views is not the same as the number of images. Radiologists use images... Read more
Case Study:
See If You Can Accurately Code This Foot MRI
Put your coding skills to the test with this scenario. Radiology coders need to sift thro... Read more
NCCI Edits:
Learn How to Correctly Report PET and PET CT Scans to Medicare
Understand when a PET CT is a necessary procedure. Each year, the National Correct Codin... Read more
Reader Questions:
Don’t Get Tripped Up by the Number of Views
Question: A 21-year-old male patient visited our after-hours care center complaining of ri... Read more
Reader Questions:
Code the Reason for a Screening Mammography
Question: A general practitioner referred their patient to our radiology practice after th... Read more
Reader Questions:
Know When to Choose an Infant CPT® Code
Question: I've been coding for several years, but I'm new to radiology. I have a report st... Read more
Reader Questions:
Make Sure to Code Only Certain Dx
Question I have a report from a radiologist in our practice where they captured chest X-ra... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Discover the Trick to Coding Skull Lesions
Question: A 72-year-old patient was referred to our radiology practice to have an MRI with... Read more
CPT® 2022 Update:
5 Radiology Changes Include New Trabecular Bone Score, Thermal Nerve Destruction Codes
Plus: You'll discover three deleted CPT® codes in 2022. You may be getting used to hear... Read more
Coding Quiz:
Show Off Your Radiology Exam Coding Skills with These 3 Scenarios
Think you know the difference between a lower leg and a joint MRI? Several kinds of injuri... Read more
FAQs:
Master Modifiers in Your Radiology Coding By Asking These Questions
Find out what counts for increased procedural services. Even though CPT® codes have high... Read more
Coding Quiz Answers:
Check Your Answers to Our Radiology Exam Coding Quiz
How well do you know the radiology CPT® codes? After you've answered the quiz questions ... Read more
Reader Questions:
Pinpoint the Correct X-ray Code for Finger Fractures
Question: A patient visited our radiology practice complaining of finger pain in the right... Read more
Reader Questions:
Understand Ultrasound Guidelines to Prevent Denials
Question: A patient came into our radiology practice for her 1st ultrasound (US) after fin... Read more
Reader Questions:
Combine CPT® Codes Carefully for CT Cystography Billing
Question: I'm new to radiology coding, and I have an op note documenting a CT cystogram wi... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Pay Attention to the 7th Character When Reporting a Bruised Thorax
Question: A patient came into our after-hours care facility presenting symptoms of pain in... Read more
Reimbursement:
Learn How Your Radiologist May Have to Adapt to Proposed AUC Program Modifications
Providers may no longer need to consult the AUC when modifying orders. The Medicare Physi... Read more
Medicare Physician Fee Schedule:
Know What the Proposed CF Change Could Do to Your 2022 Bottom Line
Plus: NCDs for PET scans may be removed. The Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) propo... Read more
ICD-10-CM Update:
Recording Social Determinants of Health Can Shape Your Radiologist’s Care Plan
2022 ICD-10-CM Z code revisions focus on food insecurity, housing insecurity, and more. W... Read more
Reader Questions:
Confirm The Type of Views Before Choosing CPT® Codes
Question: The report from the radiologist lists that they performed 3 views during a chest... Read more
Reader Questions:
Explore E/M Codes to Report a PET Scan Consultation
Question: A patient was referred to our radiology practice to evaluate their heart metabol... Read more
Reader Questions:
Monitor the Notes When it Comes to Coding Barium Swallows
Question: A speech pathologist ordered a modified barium swallow to assess the swallowing ... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Dive Into the Differences of DEXA Procedure Coding
Question: I'm having trouble determining which specific code to use for a bone density stu... Read more
ICD-10-CM 2022:
Traumatic Brain Compression, Gastric Intestinal Metaplasia Diagnoses Highlight New Radiology Coding Options
Pay attention to how you'll need to expand your cough diagnoses. The Centers for Disease ... Read more
Mammograms:
Here’s How COVID-19 Shots Can Affect Routine Mammogram Screenings
Wait six weeks post-vaccine before scheduling these services. A routine screening mammogr... Read more
Fractures:
Understanding How The 7th Character Matters for Broken Nose Diagnoses
If the documentation doesn't specify open or closed, default to this. If a patient prese... Read more
Reader Questions:
Follow ICD-10-CM Instructions For Joint Replacement Aftercare
Question: Our practice keeps receiving denials for using Z96.6- to code total joint post-o... Read more
Reader Questions:
Unilateral Screening Mammogram May Mean This Modifier
Question: What code should I use for a unilateral screening mammogram? The documentat... Read more
Reader Questions:
The Location of a Cyst Determines the ICD-10-CM Codes
Question: The radiologist documented their CT scan findings as, “There is note made of a... Read more
Reader Questions:
Modifiers Help Indicate Catheter Placement
Question: I am brand new to coding endovascular, and I'm not sure which codes I need ... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Should You Code Both Partial and Complete Rotator Cuff Tears? Find Out
Question: A radiologist's report indicates a full-thickness tear of the supraspinatus and ... Read more
CPT® Coding:
Master Small Bowel Exam Series Coding with This Handy Guide
Know when to code separately for enteroclysis tube introduction. Staying up-to-date on co... Read more
X-Rays:
2 Scenarios Will Have You Submitting Picture Perfect X-Ray Claims
Pay close attention to the indication and impression to ensure accurate coding. You may... Read more
ICD-10-CM Coding:
Adhere to Strict ICD-10-CM Hypertension Reporting Guidelines
Remember: You will report same code for both essential and malignant hypertension. A qu... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Follow These Steps for Coding of PICC With Port
Question: My interventional radiologist created a small incision over the patient's vein i... Read more
Reader Questions:
Abide by these fMRI Coding Steps
Question: I'm new to my radiology practice and am working on a dictation report for a fun... Read more
Reader Questions:
Go With This Code for Mobitz Block Type 1 Diagnoses
Question: What ICD-10-CM code should I report for Mobitz Block Type 1? I saw this dia... Read more
Reader Questions:
Learn Specifics Surrounding Supraventricular Tachycardia Diagnoses
Question: My radiologist documented in the impression paroxysmal supraventricular tachycar... Read more
Reader Questions:
Capture Internal Carotid Stenting Surgery With These Codes
Question: I have a request to schedule surgery for the stenting of right internal carotid ... Read more
Reader Questions:
Go In-Depth with Infra-Renal Vena Cava and Iliac Vein Coding
Question: I have a note that states: “Following this an IVUS catheter was placed under f... Read more
ICD-10-CM Coding:
Discern Between Manifestation, Sequela Diagnoses With 2 Examples
See what the guidelines say for COVID-19 manifestation reporting. While manifestation and... Read more
Hospital Care:
Get Properly Acquainted With These Hospital Care E/M Services
Plus, refresh your knowledge of admitting physician requirements. If you don't have a fir... Read more
E/M Updates:
Take Away These Essential Points from 2021 E/M Updates
See how MDM data points and risk are redefined. The dust is starting to settle on the 20... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Consider Coding Breakdown for Lumbar Puncture Cisternography
Question: What's the CPT® coding for a fluoroscopic-guided lumbar puncture performed for ... Read more
Reader Questions:
Report This Code for Diabetes 1.5 Diagnoses
Question: Our provider recently documented a patient as having both type 1 and type 2 diab... Read more
Reader Questions:
Instruct on Best Documentation Practices for E/M, Office Procedure Denials
Question: Is there anything I can do from a coding perspective to prevent bundling denials... Read more
Reader Questions:
Distinguish Between Shoulder, Upper Extremity MRI Code Sets
Question: The radiologist performed a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) on a patient's righ... Read more
Reader Questions:
Check Authoritative Guidance for Contrast-Only MRIs
Question: What's the coding for a contrast-only bilateral breast resonance imaging (MRI) s... Read more
Reader Questions:
Rely on This Excludes1 Guidance for Multiple Diagnoses
Question: The indication of my provider's report details the patient having both diarrhea ... Read more
ICD-10-CM:
Tackle This Malunion Fx Seventh Character Conundrum
Rely on guidelines and expert advice to get to the bottom of this coding dilemma. Diagnos... Read more
Breast Imaging:
Crack These 5 Breast Imaging Myths Using Updated ACR Guidance
Ensure coding compliance beyond just mammograms. Staying up to date on guidance surroun... Read more
MIPS:
Address These Common PHE-Induced QPP Misconceptions
See details on performance year 2020 bonus options. The public health emergency (PHE) ha... Read more
Reader Questions:
Breeze Through ABN Claims Processing With This Guidance
Question: Can you offer any guidance on how to properly submit advanced beneficiary ... Read more
Reader Questions:
Check This CPT® Advice for MDM Bullet Counting
Question: For medical decision making (MDM) coding, should you count the order and review ... Read more
Reader Questions:
Bank on Medical Necessity for Same Day CT, CTA Scans
Question: How do I know when it's appropriate to unbundle a computed tomography (CT) of th... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Learn Appropriate Modifier 22 Use on 76830
Question: Does coding for a transvaginal ultrasound (US) for an intrauterine device (IUD) ... Read more
Ultrasounds:
Rely on Essential Guidelines for Compliant Vascular Duplex Scan Coding
Check for eligible LCD diagnoses in order to streamline the billing process. Correctly co... Read more
Virtual Check-ins:
Take a Deep Dive Into Virtual Check-in Coding With This Guide
Stick to one set of codes for reporting until the PHE ends. As the PHE persists into 2021... Read more
ICD-10-CM Coding:
Streamline Diagnosis Coding Processes With Tricks of the Trade
When in doubt, always query your providers. Continuing your evolution as an ICD-10-CM co... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Check Coding Guidance for Bilateral FNA Biopsy Services
Question: Our provider performed a bilateral ultrasound (US)-guided fine needle aspiration... Read more
Reader Questions:
Refer to Category Code Guidelines for Aortic Root Abscess Dxs
Question: What's the diagnosis coding for an aortic root abscess? Florida Subscriber Ans... Read more
Reader Questions:
Refresh Cardiac Anatomy Knowledge for Quick Atrial Dilation Dx Coding
Question: I'm working on a dictation report that includes a primary diagnosis of “dilati... Read more
Reader Questions:
Consider Rare Instances Where an NCCI Workaround Is Needed
Question: Our interventional radiologist performed a transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) in orde... Read more
Test Your Obstetrical US Coding Acumen With 3 Scenarios
Tackle these case studies involving multiple gestations. Obstetrical ultrasound (US) codi... Read more
E/M 2021:
Pinpoint Key Differences Between 2 New Prolonged Services Codes
Understand reason for CMS' adoption of new code in place of +99417. From the 2020 Centers... Read more
ICD-10-CM Coding:
Tackle 2 Examples to Master Catheter Complication Dx Coding
Channel your knowledge of anatomy and terminology to reach your final answer. Procedures ... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Properly Distinguish Duplicate Codes From Repeat Procedures
Question: Non-contrast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans of the left wrist and the le... Read more
Reader Questions:
Consider Revised 2021 ICD-10-CM Guidelines on Observation Sequencing
Question: Should we report the observation diagnosis codes (Z03-Z05) as primary diagnoses ... Read more
Reader Questions:
Use Modifier 53 For Terminated Procedures Due to Health Reasons
Question: Our radiologist had to terminate an ultrasound (US)-guided percutaneous breast b... Read more
Reader Questions:
Plan a Few Years Out for ICD-11-CM
Question: I listened in on a webinar recently where the speaker said to prepare now for IC... Read more
Reader Questions:
Check Updated NCDs Before Writing Off Denials
Question: I received a denial for N61.23 on a bilateral diagnostic mammogram. Am I able to... Read more
Policy Changes:
Track Changes to Bottom Line and More From COVID-19 Relief Bill
Put your G2211 coding concerns on hold — for now. The COVID-19 relief bill has been off... Read more
Case Study:
Consider Anatomy, Contrast to Ace These Radiology Thyroid Studies
Use this case study as an example to drive the point home. Most coders will attest that i... Read more
Final Rule:
Highlight This Set of 2021 MPFS Final Rule Changes for Radiology
Look beyond E/M to get the most out of the final rule. At this point, you're all too fami... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Follow This Advice for Separate Provider Biopsy, Clip Placement Services
Question: A separate provider performed a percutaneous breast biopsy of two lesions under ... Read more
Reader Questions:
Home in on These Criteria for Accurate Consultation Coding
Question: Our physician offered consultation services to a patient who was in treatment wi... Read more
Reader Questions:
Report CT Contrast Codes for IV Administration Only
Question: How do I code for a patient who received a computed tomography (CT) scan of the ... Read more
Reader Questions:
Consider Parenthetical Notes, Guidelines for Some Heart Disease Combinations
Question: The indication documents the patient as having hypertensive heart disease with a... Read more
Modifiers:
Work Out 2 Unbundling Examples Using X{EPSU} Modifiers
See an instance where more than one modifier fits. Most seasoned radiology coders know ho... Read more
Interventional Radiology:
Abide by Key Guidelines for Proper Endovascular Repair Coding
Plus, consider some key expert advice for reporting add-on codes +34717 and +34713. Whil... Read more
Reimbursement:
Brace for Hit to Radiology Reimbursement Following MPFS 2021 Final Rule
Plus, know what to expect for IDTFs and nuclear medicine. If you've managed to work your... Read more
Reader Questions:
Work Out This Masseter Muscle I&D Scenario
Question: Our radiologist performed an incision and drainage (I&D) of a masseter muscl... Read more
Reader Questions:
Consider Specific Guidelines for Azithromycin Allergic Reactions
Question: I'm working on a computed tomography (CT) maxillofacial for a patient with ... Read more
You Be the Coder:
Check SPECT Technique for Correct Code Range
Question: Our radiologist interpreted tomographic myocardial perfusion imaging at rest and... Read more
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