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AI-enabled ICD-10 CM Guidelines: The Future of Medical Coding

AI-enabled ICD-10 CM Guidelines: The Future of Medical Coding

In the ever-changing realm of healthcare coding, it is imperative for professionals to stay updated on the latest developments within the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM). This dynamic coding system plays a pivotal role in recording diagnoses, conditions, and other vital health-related information. With the advent of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies […]
Medicare Advantage Plans: A Positive Experience for Beneficiaries

Medicare Advantage Plans: A Positive Experience for Beneficiaries

Higher satisfaction with problem resolution was observed among beneficiaries who were more inclined to renew their Medicare Advantage plan. Medicare Advantage plans have garnered favorable satisfaction scores, with beneficiaries showing high approval ratings for trustworthiness, operational ease, and coverage adequacy, as outlined in a recent market research study. The 2023 US Medicare Advantage Study encompasses […]
Employer Healthcare Costs to Increase 8.5% in 2024

Employer Healthcare Costs to Increase 8.5% in 2024

A recent study conducted by a leading professional services firm revealed that the anticipated expenses borne by U.S. employers for their workforce’s healthcare will see a notable uptick of 8.5%, surpassing $15,000 per employee. This surge, assuming companies do not introduce augmented employee contribution methods or alternate cost-reducing strategies, stands almost twice as high as […]
COVID-19 Vaccine Coding Updates: What You Need to Know

COVID-19 Vaccine Coding Updates: What You Need to Know

An Oncoming Wave of 70+ Coding Revisions Is Approaching. Starting from November 1st, the American Medical Association is eliminating nearly all of the COVID-19 vaccine-related CPT® codes that were developed over the past several years. Instead, there will be a more concise set of product codes and a solitary administration code to replace them. What […]
CMS Proposes Changes to Remote Patient Monitoring in PFS Proposed Rule

CMS Proposes Changes to Remote Patient Monitoring in PFS Proposed Rule

The 2024 physician fee schedule (PFS) proposed rule has been released by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Within this rule, remote physiologic monitoring (RPM), also known as remote patient monitoring, has garnered significant attention. While customary for a proposed rule, CMS has introduced several suggested modifications to RPM. However, what sets this […]
A Guide to the New ICD-10-CM Codes for 2024

A Guide to the New ICD-10-CM Codes for 2024

2024 ICD 10 CM codes : The volatility brought about by the COVID pandemic has gradually transitioned towards a semblance of stability in the coding landscape. Particularly noteworthy is CMS’s unexpected revelation of the smallest count of codes in recent times. A sum of 395 new billable codes has been incorporated for the year 2024, […]
3 Key Strategies for Revenue Cycle Leadership for Operational Success in 2023

3 Key Strategies for Revenue Cycle Leadership for Operational Success in 2023

To ensure both financial stability and operational efficiency, revenue cycle leaders must reinforce three essential areas. The challenges of grappling with low operating margins, diminished reimbursements, and escalating costs will persist throughout 2024. In an era where a subpar financial journey could overshadow a top-tier clinical experience for patients, the burden on revenue cycle leaders […]

Top 4 Challenges in Insurance Reimbursement Faced by Physicians

Access to beneficial healthcare is largely tied to insurance reimbursements for many Americans. Yet, despite their significance, physicians encounter various obstacles in obtaining these payments. Challenges involve inconsistent reimbursement schedules, payment audits, billing errors, unforeseen denials, lengthy appeals, and services falling outside coverage. These issues can hinder timely care, disrupt service continuity, and leave medical […]
Revenue Cycle Management Tips for 2024

Revenue Cycle Management Tips for 2024

As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, healthcare revenue cycle management (RCM) has become increasingly important. In order to ensure financial stability and success, healthcare providers must stay up-to-date with the latest revenue cycle management tips and best practices. 6 Tips for Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management 2024 1. Embrace Technology Advancements in technology have revolutionized […]
8 Medical Billing Tips for Practitioners

8 Medical Billing Tips for Practitioners

Effective insurance billing is crucial for the financial health of any medical practice, whether primary care, specialized, or integrative. Inefficient billing leads to significant revenue loss, with claim denial rates exceeding 15% and surging nearly 17% since 2019. To mitigate these losses, providers must prioritize robust billing processes. As a medical billing service, we’ve identified […]