Telehealth has transformed modern healthcare delivery, offering patients convenient access to care while helping providers expand their reach beyond physical clinic walls. As virtual visits grow, correct medical billing becomes more important than ever—especially when it comes to using telehealth-specific modifiers like Modifier GT. For healthcare organizations, an incorrect modifier can quickly lead to claim […]
In the complex world of medical billing and insurance reimbursements, denial codes play a critical role in identifying why a claim was not processed or paid by the payer. Among the most frequently encountered denial messages, CO 50 – Non-Covered Services is one that often disrupts cash flow, delays reimbursement, and increases rework for billing […]
In the complex world of medical billing, HCPCS codes play a critical role in ensuring that healthcare providers are reimbursed correctly for the services they deliver. Among these, HCPCS P Codes are less frequently discussed but are incredibly important for laboratories, pathology services, and healthcare organizations that depend on precise coding for accurate payment. As […]
Intestinal infectious diseases remain one of the most commonly reported medical conditions worldwide, leading to millions of outpatient visits and significant healthcare spending each year. In the ICD-10-CM code range A00–A09, these conditions include cholera, typhoid fever, shigellosis, foodborne illnesses, viral gastroenteritis, and other bacterial, viral, and parasitic infections affecting the digestive tract. Accurate coding […]
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) rejections are one of the biggest obstacles in the medical revenue cycle process. They prevent claims from reaching the payer’s adjudication system, leading to costly rework, delayed reimbursements, and longer accounts receivable (AR) days. This guide explores the most frequent types of EDI rejections, their root causes, how to interpret EDI […]
Introduction: Accurate coding plays a critical role in ensuring timely and proper reimbursement for cardiology services. One of the most frequently used codes in cardiac rehabilitation billing is CPT Code 93798. This code represents physician-supervised exercise therapy for patients recovering from cardiac events, such as myocardial infarction, coronary bypass surgery, or heart transplantation. In this […]
Key Takeaways CPT Modifier 99 signals that multiple modifiers apply to a single service. Always list Modifier 99 first, followed by others in documentation. Use it only when two or more modifiers are needed to accurately describe the procedure. Check payer rules before applying Modifier 99—some systems allow multiple modifiers without it. Partnering with experts […]
Key Takeaways: CO 45 = “Charge exceeds fee schedule/maximum allowable or contracted rate.” It usually represents a contractual adjustment, not a billable patient balance. Common causes include outdated fee schedules, incorrect coding, or missing modifiers. Prevention requires accurate contract management, claim scrubbing, and staff training. Partnering with Allzone helps healthcare providers streamline denial management and […]
Introduction In the complex world of healthcare reimbursement, coding accuracy is critical to ensure proper payment and compliance. Among the various code sets used, HCPCS K Codes hold a special place for their role in billing durable medical equipment (DME) and other specific supplies. These codes are often overlooked but play an essential part in […]
In the complex world of healthcare, accuracy in medical coding is not just about compliance—it’s the foundation of timely reimbursements and a healthy revenue cycle. Among the most common patient complaints is hip pain, which often leads to diagnostic evaluations and treatment claims. Properly using the ICD-10 code for right hip pain (M25.551) is crucial […]










