New Prostatectomy Code First, CPT adds a new code for laparoscopic prostatectomy that joins the existing surgical codes addressing the prostate. When a physician uses robotic assistance to remove the prostate, use 55867 (Laparoscopy, surgical prostatectomy, simple subtotal (including control of postoperative bleeding, vasectomy, meatotomy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, and internal urethrotomy), includes robotic assistance, when […]
2023 CPT changes for Ophthalmology and Ophthalmologic Surgery
Surgery: Eye and Ocular Adnexa CPT 2023 changes Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal codes 66174 and 66175 are revised to include canaloplasty, as an example. 66174 – Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal; without retention of device or stent Do not report 66174 in conjunction with 65820 66175 – Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal; with retention of […]
2023 CPT changes for Orthopedic Surgery
Changes in Category III codes Total disc arthroplasty code moves from Category III to Category 1 status. Code 0163T (Total disc arthroplasty [artificial disc], anterior approach, including discectomy to prepare interspace [other than for decompression], each additional interspace, lumbar) has been deleted for 2023. In its place, the AMA debuts a new add-on code, 22860, to report for anterior implant […]
2023 CPT changes for Pain Management
Chronic Pain Management and Treatment Services CMS has finalized new HCPCS codes, G3002 and G3003, and valuation for chronic pain management and treatment services (CPM) for CY 2023. They believe the CPM HCPCS codes will improve payment accuracy for these services, prompt more practitioners to welcome Medicare beneficiaries with chronic pain into their practices, and […]
2023 CPT changes for Pediatrics
Chronic Pain Management and Treatment Services CMS has finalized new HCPCS codes, G3002 and G3003, and valuation for chronic pain management and treatment services (CPM) for CY 2023. They believe the CPM HCPCS codes will improve payment accuracy for these services, prompt more practitioners to welcome Medicare beneficiaries with chronic pain into their practices, and […]
2023 CPT changes for Pulmonology
Surgery: Respiratory System A new code for the repair of a nasal valve collapse, 30469, is added to report the use of low-energy, temperature-controlled subcutaneous/submucosal remodeling. 30469 – repair of nasal valve collapse with low energy, temperature-controlled (i.e., radiofrequency) subcutaneous/submucosal remodeling) is a Medi-Cal benefit. No TAR is required Remote therapeutic monitoring (98975-98978, 98980 and 98981). […]
2023 CPT changes for Radiology
Pulmonary Artery Revascularization 33900 – Percutaneous pulmonary artery revascularization by stent placement, initial; normal native connections, unilateral 33901 – Percutaneous pulmonary artery revascularization by stent placement, initial; normal native connections, bilateral 33902 – Percutaneous pulmonary artery revascularization by stent placement, initial; abnormal connections, unilateral 33903 – Percutaneous pulmonary artery revascularization by stent placement, initial; abnormal connections, bilateral Fistula Creation 36836 – Percutaneous arteriovenous fistula creation, upper extremity, single access of both the peripheral artery and peripheral vein, including fistula […]
Top 10 Ideas to Improve Your Medical Billing and Collections
Every Physician and Medical Practice strives toward improving the Medical Billing process and achieving better collections. However, end up depleting all their efforts and focusing on patient care and quality treatment, apparently as that is the core of their business. As a result, improvising the medical billing process takes a back seat as it needs […]
Top 7 Common Medical Coding and Medical Billing Errors
Medical coding and billing are crucial aspects of the healthcare industry, as they determine how healthcare providers are reimbursed for their services. However, errors in medical coding and billing can lead to a lot of problems, including denied claims, delayed payments, and even legal trouble. Some common medical coding and billing errors include: Incorrect codes: Using […]
What Are the 10 Steps in the Medical Billing Process?
The medical billing process is a complex and detailed system that involves numerous steps to ensure that healthcare providers are paid for their services. Here are the 10 main steps in the medical billing process: Patient Registration Insurance Verification Medical Coding Charge Entry Claim Submission Claim Scrubbing Insurance Adjudication Payment Posting Patient Statement Follow-up and Collections Patient […]