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Medicare telehealth policies

Telehealth Policies in 2025: Key Medicare Updates and What’s Next

The American Relief Act of 2025 has brought critical updates to Medicare telehealth policies, reinforcing telemedicine as a viable healthcare solution. With the dust now settled, let’s revisit the changes to Medicare telehealth policies and examine what lies ahead. Key Telehealth Policies Extended Through 2025 The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has maintained […]
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CAR-T therapy coding

A Deep Dive into CAR-T Therapy Coding and Billing for Medicare

Stay updated with the latest guidelines for reporting products and procedures related to Chimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy to ensure accurate CAR-T therapy coding and billing for Medicare patients. Overview of CAR-T Therapy CAR-T is a cutting-edge cell-based gene therapy that modifies a patient’s own T lymphocytes (T-cells) in a lab to express chimeric […]
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AI in Revenue Cycle Management

How AI is Revolutionizing Revenue Cycle Management

However, AI in Revenue Cycle Management is emerging as a transformative solution. By automating repetitive tasks, improving accuracy, and providing actionable insights, AI is helping healthcare organizations streamline their processes and tackle these challenges more effectively. Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) is a cornerstone of healthcare operations, yet the growing complexity of today’s healthcare landscape poses […]
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Ophthalmology Billing

Navigating Ophthalmology Billing: Challenges & Best Practices

Ophthalmology, as a specialized field within healthcare, presents unique challenges when it comes to Ophthalmology Billing. From the intricate nature of eye-related procedures to various coding requirements, Ophthalmology Billing is a nuanced process that requires precision and understanding. Healthcare providers in this specialty must navigate complex coding systems, insurance policies, and regulatory requirements to ensure […]
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claim denials with chiropractic

Preventing Denied E&M Claims with Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy (CMT)

The observed an increasing number of denied Evaluation and Management (E&M) claims (99201-99215) when billed concurrently with chiropractic manipulation procedures, including chiropractic manipulative therapy (CMT), highlighting the potential for increased claim denials with Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy (CMT). Denial Reasons & Misconceptions: Common denial reasons include: “Service billed is included in another procedure billed the same […]
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Pulmonary Hypertension Coding

Pulmonary Hypertension Coding: A Guide to Accurate Documentation

Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a “frequently identified, highly morbid condition” associated with increased mortality, hospitalizations, and significant financial burden. What steps can you and your provider take to ensure this condition is both documented and coded correctly? Below are four strategies to improve your Pulmonary Hypertension coding practices. 1. Understand Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) The Pulmonary […]
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HIPAA cybersecurity regulations

HHS Proposes Enhanced HIPAA Cybersecurity Regulations

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has introduced proposed regulations aimed at strengthening cybersecurity in the healthcare sector. Issued by the Office for Civil Rights (OCR), the proposed rule seeks to amend HIPAA to enhance the safeguarding of individuals’ protected health information (PHI) in compliance with HIPAA cybersecurity regulations. Content Highlights: Overview of […]
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Dermatology coding

Guide to Dermatology Coding: Skin Lesion Removal Procedures

Proper Dermatology coding for skin lesion removal procedures hinges on understanding key factors such as the type of removal, depth, intent, lesion size, and location. Dermatology coding can seem overwhelming, given the intricacies of selecting the correct codes. Accurate code selection requires careful consideration of procedural details and clinical documentation to ensure compliance and prevent […]
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Healthcare RCM with AI

Transforming Revenue Cycle Management: AI’s Role in Healthcare Success

As healthcare providers move into 2025, a technological revolution is reshaping revenue cycle management (RCM). Healthcare RCM with AI has emerged as a decisive factor in determining financial success or failure. With nearly 46% of hospitals and health systems already leveraging AI in their RCM operations, the industry faces a pivotal moment where keeping pace […]
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Acupuncture CPT Codes

Master Acupuncture CPT Codes: Improve Billing & Reimbursement

Acupuncture is a time-honored practice that has gained recognition in modern healthcare systems worldwide. However, for acupuncture providers, navigating the intricate world of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes can be challenging. Accurate coding of acupuncture CPT codes is essential for reimbursement, compliance, and seamless claim processing. This guide dives deep into the nuances of acupuncture […]
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