In addition to the annual release of CPT® code changes, the American Medical Association (AMA) likes to keep medical coders on their toes by releasing mid-year changes. The following Vaccine codes and Category III codes were accepted and/or revised at the September 2018 CPT Editorial Panel meeting for the 2020 CPT® production cycle. These codes are effective July […]
How can providers enhance their collection potential? One approach is to minimize denials, although this is often challenging if denials aren’t being analyzed, appropriate protocols for resolution aren’t followed, or adequate training isn’t provided to the collections team. This article aims to offer guidance on tackling a common denial that providers face: the CO16 denial, […]