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    Wiki Accepting external referrals for imaging

    Question, can a specialty office that has imaging onsite for their patients accept external referrals for scans without getting established with one of the providers first?
  2. KStaten

    Wiki Physician's Presence Requirement for Incident-To Billing

    Hello Everyone! :) I would appreciate confirmation on a couple rules regarding "incident-to" billing, as I have heard some variations over the years. 1) It is to my understanding that the physician who established the plan of care MUST be present in the same office (same floor)/suite in...
    • KStaten
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    • group incident to billing nurse practitioner physician's presence physicians assistant plan of care specialty
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Medicare Regulations
  3. M

    Wiki Varicose Vein education????

    Hello all, I am curious to see if y'all know of any education courses/books/ANYTHING that could help me with varicose vein coding? I can't find any specialty courses or anything that have to do with lower extremity varicose vein management coding. PLEASE ANY ADVICE IS HELPFUL!!! Thanks in...
  4. S

    Wiki new patient vs. established patient visits after a pratice buy out

    We have a group practice (group A), pain management specialty, wanting to buy out a single Dr practice (practice B), also pain management specialty. The group practice (A) wants to know if they will be able to charge new patient visits on the single Dr practice's (B) established patients after...
  5. S

    Wiki Orthopaedics Coding Education Needed

    I'm looking for suggestions for education (courses, webinars, etc.) to learn orthopaedic coding/billing. I see that AAPC has some information, but it looks like it is all geared towards earning a specialty certification as opposed to learning about the topic. Thanks in advance for any links...
    • suemt
    • Thread
    • certification education opposed specialty suggestions
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Orthopaedics
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    Wiki E/M Specialty Certification Question

    I am preparing to take the E/M Specialty Certification. On the list of approved manuals, along with the usual AMA CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS ll, I'm allowed to bring the '95 & '97 CMS DG's, audit worksheet & also: Optional References: One reference of your choice Does anyone have any suggestions on...
    • michelle24
    • Thread
    • certification e/m exam preparing specialty
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: E/M
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    Wiki Why no specialty?

    I have my exam on Saturday to become certified as a CPC coder. I think I will probably continue with my studies and become licensed as a COC and/or CIC coder so that I have options. I really like the idea of also becoming a specialty coder, but I didn't see "Behavioral Health" listed. I was a...
  8. J

    Wiki What's the best specialty?

    Hi What do you consider the best specialty? I was interested in oncology but someone with experience told me there aren't alot of oncology specific jobs. What's in demand? What keeps you busy? What do you think is the best paying specialty? Any info appreciated Judy
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    Wiki 90% off 2015 AAPC Clearance

    I know they will be somewhat out of date by the time I get them in the mail but I assume some of these will still be somewhat accurate minus some 2016 coding changes. Theres other study guides as well from $4.95-$9.99 incl shipping about a buck cheaper for each for AAPC members 2015 ICD-10-PCS...
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    Wiki Many years and multi-specialty experience. Looking for work from home part time

    I'm looking to find some PT work from home coding or auditing. I have many years experience in just about every specialty. I just would like to make some extra money in my not so spare time. Thank you for looking. Kellie Denton 6850 Boggs Lane Kelseyville, CA 95451 Phone 707-349-3057 E-mail...
  11. S

    Wiki Break by specialty?

    I wonder if it wouldn't be easier if this thread was broken down even further by specialty or even subject. For example Family Practice, Pediatrics, Surgery, Radiology, etc.... OR E/M codes, ICD 9, CPT etc....Just a thought. So glad this Forum/Message Board is finally available. Michelle Z. CPC
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