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HCPCS Level II Code Update for January 2024

HCPCS Level II Code Update for January 2024

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has implemented its proposal to introduce codes for the collection of Social Determinants of Health (SDOH). The latest update for the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Level II, applicable from January 2024, is now accessible on the CMS website. This update comprises significant alterations, including the […]
Medical decision making and coding

Medical Decision Making and Coding: Key MDM Guidelines for Accurate E/M Code Selection

Medical Decision Making (MDM) plays a critical role in selecting the correct Evaluation and Management (E/M) service level. Understanding when to use MDM versus time-based coding, how preventive visits are reported, and how chronic conditions affect code selection helps healthcare providers improve documentation accuracy, maintain coding compliance, and reduce claim denials. Can Laboratory Tests Be […]