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 […]
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) initiated the educational and operations testing phase of the Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC) program. During this period, Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) began accepting AUC-related modifiers and HCPCS G-Codes on claims for advanced diagnostic imaging services provided to Medicare Part B patients. Understanding AUC Program Requirements Under the […]