Vitamin D plays a vital role in maintaining healthy bones, supporting the immune system, and regulating calcium absorption. However, deficiencies in this essential nutrient are common worldwide, often leading to fatigue, bone pain, muscle weakness, and long-term complications like osteoporosis. For healthcare providers, accurately documenting and coding vitamin D deficiency is essential not only for […]
Medical billing can be complex, especially when it comes to specialized diagnostic procedures. One commonly used code in pulmonary medicine and respiratory diagnostics is CPT code 94010. Understanding how to correctly bill this code, apply the right modifiers, and maximize reimbursement is essential for physicians, coders, and billing companies. In this article, we’ll cover: What […]
Left shoulder pain is a frequent complaint in healthcare, but it’s not a diagnosis itself. For healthcare providers, assigning the correct ICD-10-CM code is a crucial step for accurate medical billing and record-keeping. The specific code for left shoulder pain is M25.512. This blog post will explore the details of ICD-10 codes for left shoulder […]
Commonly Billable Procedures in Urgent Care Procedures on the same date (modifier 25) It is appropriate to bill -25 for an E/M when work goes beyond the procedure itself – for example, a laceration repair plus an unrelated evaluation. Be sure to include HPI, exam, and MDM for the distinct problem, as well as a […]
C-level executives often get caught up in the day-to-day operations of their companies and lose sight of the bigger picture. This can be especially true when it comes to the medical billing side of their business. In a world of ever-changing regulations and codes, it can be difficult to keep up with the latest information. […]
Getting the correct ICD-10 code for asthma is critical for proper medical billing and reimbursement. Asthma is a complex chronic condition with a wide range of severity and symptoms, which is reflected in the detailed codes within the ICD-10 system. Correctly coding for asthma, and respiratory conditions in general, can be challenging. Many healthcare providers […]
A structured and updated summary of the 2025 Radiology Coding Guidelines, covering procedural codes (CPT), diagnostic codes (ICD-10-CM), and inpatient procedural coding (ICD-10-PCS), along with essential best practices. MAMMOGRAM CODING UPDATES CPT Code Changes No mammography-specific code changes in 2025; general code set updated. NCCI Guidelines Emphasis on specificity and avoiding unbundling. CAD in MRI […]
In the complex world of medical billing and coding, understanding each CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) code is crucial for both healthcare providers and patients. One such code that frequently comes up, particularly in podiatry and dermatology, is CPT Code 11056. This code is used for a specific procedure, and knowing its nuances is key to […]
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, accurate medical coding plays a critical role in ensuring proper documentation, streamlined billing, and timely reimbursements. One of the most common symptoms that patients present with across all specialties is a cough—a seemingly simple symptom, but one that requires precise coding to ensure clinical accuracy and financial compliance. At […]
In 2025, the anesthesia code will undergo major updates that will improve efficiency, accuracy, and consistency. A discussion of the key changes and their implications for anesthesia practitioners will be presented in this article. 2025 NEW CPT CODING UPDATES New fascial plane block codes The introduction will be a major update in 2025. These codes […]