Tag: Medical Coding Outsourcing Services

Medical Coding Audits

Demystifying Audits: Top Medical Coding Errors and How to Avoid Them

Medical Coding Audits: Whenever you receive an “audit” email, do you feel a knot in your stomach? Fear not, fellow coder! Audits are an important part of maintaining secure, efficient, and well-documented code. They help identify areas for improvement and potential bugs before they cause major problems. It is the purpose of this newsletter to […]
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future medical coding 2024

6 Key Trends Shaping the Future of Medical Coding in 2024

Medical coding is a dynamic field, driven as much by technological advancements as by healthcare practices and regulatory changes. As we are moving into 2024, we can see that several important trends are shaping the future of this important field. Future of Medical Coding in 2024: 1. Rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning […]
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ICD-11 code

ICD-11 code: Everything You Need to Know About the New Coding System

ICD-11 code: Healthcare is ever-evolving and keeping abreast of the latest developments within the health care industry, especially within the realms of coding and classification systems can be challenging for a healthcare professional. The ICD-11 code is the 11th revision of the International Classification of Diseases, and it was designed to revolutionize how diseases and […]
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Top Medical Coding Challenges and How to Avoid Them

Medical coding challenges: Medical coding in healthcare is the process of converting complicated medical information into standardized codes that may be used for Medical billing and record keeping. Medical coding presents unique obstacles, even though it is critical for guaranteeing proper compensation and keeping a complete patient history. In this article, we’ll navigate through common […]
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Medical coding practices

Telemedicine Trends and Their Impact on Medical Coding Practices

Medical coding practices’ evolve as the healthcare landscape rapidly transforms with telemedicine leading the way and the proliferation of virtual consultations. In addition to the unique challenges and opportunities presented by these changes, it is also important to remember that optimizing medical coding procedures and ensuring appropriate reimbursements are also unique challenges presented by these […]
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Benefits Of Coding In Optimizing Resource Allocation

From Claims to Care: How Coding Optimizes Resource Allocation

It is important for ensuring that the proper resources reach the right patients throughout the complicated healthcare system. However, piles of paperwork and complicated medical codes make it difficult to verify that the proper resources are delivered to the right patients when they are needed. Coding may be a great tool for cutting through the […]
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Medicare ASC Payment System 2024 Update

Medicare ASC Payment System 2024 Update: New HCPCS Codes & Changes

Medicare payment systems undergo many updates at the beginning of the new year. In the January 2024 update to the ASC Payment System, there are new HCPCS Level II codes for the following ambulatory surgical centers, dentist offices, and durable medical equipment (DME) suppliers: Payments can be passed through covered devices Radiation therapy guided by […]
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Top 5 Ways Your Healthcare Organization Benefits from Outsourcing Medical Coding

Boost Efficiency: Top 7 Ways Outsourcing Medical Coding Benefits Your Healthcare Organization for 2024

Medical coding plays a crucial role in managing the administrative aspects of your organization. It’s evident that without precise medical coding, obtaining reimbursement from insurance companies and third-party entities becomes a challenge. Both under coding and over coding can lead to revenue losses for your organization. While there are avenues for appeals in case of […]
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The Facts Surrounding The Coding Chronic Kidney Disease - Allzone
  • April 11, 2019

The Facts Surrounding The Coding Chronic Kidney Disease

Complications of chronic kidney disease (CKD) include early death and heart disease. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects 15 percent of United States adults, or 37 million people, according to a recent statement by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).  The following are some basic facts about CKD; specifically, it is:   More common […]
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HCPCS Level II Drug Codes

21 New HCPCS Level II Codes for April

The new codes include drugs for migraines, to initiate blood-clotting in patients on certain coagulants, chronic and hairy cell leukemia, and folic acid for chemotherapy patients. The home health codes help facilitate the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) Pioneer ACO initiative. New HCPCS Level II Codes […]
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