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Question: How do I report a nursing infant receiving vitamin D drops? Our provider wants me to use Z39.1, but I’m wondering if there’s a better option. Mississippi Subscriber Answer: Although code Z39.1 (Encounter for care and examination of lactating [...]

Get the scoop on in-house blood testing codes. In the world of family medicine, preventive services play a substantial role. As a coder, you need to be able to understand how to report these preventive services accurately every time. In [...]

Get the scoop on in-house blood testing codes. In the world of pediatric medicine, preventive services play a substantial role. As coders, you need to be able to understand how to report these preventive services accurately every time. In her [...]

Question: The pathologist examined a breast biopsy from the “central portion” of the breast. For ICD-10-CM code C50.1-, what constitutes the “central portion” of the breast? Is there guidance on how far outside the nipple or areolar region can still [...]

Question: Our surgeon performed a breast biopsy from the “central portion” of the breast. For ICD-10-CM code C50.1-, what constitutes the “central portion” of the breast? Is there guidance on how far outside the nipple or areolar region can still be [...]

Also: get clarification on the differences between screens and tests. As primary care coders, you see medical notes for patients of many different ages. However, because a number of ICD-10 and CPT® codes are specific to your younger patients, you [...]

Question: For ICD-10-CM code C50.1-, what constitutes the “central portion” of the breast? Is there guidance on how far outside the nipple or areolar region can still be considered the central portion of the breast? Maine Subscriber Answer: ICD-10-CM code [...]

Question: For ICD-10-CM code C50.1-, what constitutes the “central portion” of the breast? Is there guidance on how far outside the nipple or areolar region can still be considered the central portion of the breast? Arkansas Subscriber Answer: ICD-10-CM code C50.1- (Malignant [...]

Understand DED coding nuances to safeguard your practice’s reimbursement. Nearly half of all U.S. adults experience signs and symptoms of dry eye disease (DED), and roughly a third of patients in eye care clinics present with complaints related to dry [...]

See how well you can identify the correct CPT® codes. Once you’ve answered the quiz questions on page 3, compare your answers with the ones provided below. Answer 1: The best CPT® codes you can use to report school, sports, [...]