Tag: CPT coding guidelines

36415 CPT Code

36415 CPT Code Explained: Billing Guidelines, Usage, and Common Denials

Accurate medical billing starts with understanding the appropriate use of each CPT code. One such commonly used code in laboratory and outpatient settings is CPT Code 36415, which refers to the collection of venous blood by venipuncture. While it may appear straightforward, improper use of this code can result in claim denials, delays in reimbursement, […]
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CPT Code Update

2025 CPT Code Updates: Key Changes You Can’t Miss

As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, staying informed about 2025 CPT Code Updates is essential for providers, billing professionals, payers, and healthcare administrators. Each year, the American Medical Association (AMA) releases an updated CPT code set to reflect advances in medical knowledge, technology, and clinical practice. The 2025 CPT Code Updates are crucial to […]
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Modifier 58 Versus 78 – Which Should You Use?

Modifier 58 Versus 78 – Which Should You Use?

Modifier 58 vs Modifier 78:  Modifier 58: Same underlying condition, planned or unplanned additional procedure. Modifier 78: New problem caused by the initial surgery (complication) requiring a return to the OR. Medical Coders often struggle to differentiate between modifier 58 (staged/related procedure) and modifier 78 (unplanned return to OR). Let’s break down the key differences […]
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2021 E_M Guidelines FAQ

2021 E/M Guidelines FAQ

AAPC’s senior VP of products answers your questions about coding for office and other outpatient services. Ever since the release of the new 2021 evaluation and management (E/M) guidelines for office and other outpatient services, AAPC has been conducting numerous trainings through webinars, virtual workshops, conference sessions, online courses, and multiple articles in Healthcare Business […]
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