Coders must follow certain coding rules in addition to supplying the correct current procedural terminology code for the procedure, according to Physicians Practice. For procedures that can be ...

Pathology laboratories are vital in any medical practice as a unique medical field establishment. However, this kind of establishment can vary in iterations and size and, at times, can be part of the ...

An established patient presents for a 12-month well-child-checkup. Three immunizations are given and fingerstick screening for anemia is done. CPT 99392 Preventive medicine, 1-4 years old. CPT 36415 ...

Notably, the treatment modality does not refer to the type of psychotherapy provided (i.e., individual, group, or family therapy). Q: What elements must be included in a provider’s documentation of ...

The American Medical Association revealed the 2019 Current Procedural Terminology code set, which includes significant changes to CPT codes and descriptors. 1. The AMA changed 335 codes to reflect ...

The first of November we welcomed the publication of the CY 2020 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) Final Rule, which clarified coding rules around cognitive function intervention. The same week we ...