Decoding SNF Billing: Essential Occurrence Codes and Their Impact on Claims Navigating the world of Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) billing can be complex, especially when it comes to understanding and using occurrence codes correctly. These alphanumeric indicators provide critical information that affects how claims are processed, reimbursed, or denied. Inaccurate usage can lead to delayed […]
Medicare Part D Changes 2025: New Coverage Rules, Costs, and Patient Benefits Revamping Medicare Part D: What to Expect in 2025 for Prescription Coverage, Costs & Benefits Medicare Part D, the prescription drug coverage plan for Medicare beneficiaries, is undergoing significant changes in 2025. These updates aim to reduce out-of-pocket costs, simplify coverage phases, and […]
Preventive vs. Diagnostic Care: CPT Codes & Billing Guide for Internal Medicine In the evolving landscape of internal medicine, understanding the difference between preventive care and diagnostic care is essential for accurate medical billing and optimal patient care. Both care types have unique CPT codes, documentation requirements, and reimbursement processes, which can often cause confusion […]
Mastering Orthopedic Billing: Joint Injections and Surgical Coding Essentials Mastering Orthopedic Billing: Joint Injections and Surgical Coding Essentials Orthopedic practices often face unique billing and coding challenges, especially when it comes to joint injections and complex surgeries. Accurate medical billing and precise coding are essential to ensure timely reimbursements and to avoid costly denials. In […]
Mastering Orthopedic Billing: Joint Injections and Surgical Coding Essentials Mastering Orthopedic Billing: Joint Injections and Surgical Coding Essentials Orthopedic practices often face unique billing and coding challenges, especially when it comes to joint injections and complex surgeries. Accurate medical billing and precise coding are essential to ensure timely reimbursements and to avoid costly denials. In […]
Everything You Need to Know About the 2025 ICD-11 Enhancements Everything You Need to Know About the 2025 ICD-11 Enhancements The World Health Organization’s 2025 edition of ICD-11 brings significant advancements designed to improve accuracy, interoperability, and ease of use across healthcare settings. As the U.S. prepares for the potential adoption of ICD-11-CM, understanding these […]
Avoiding Insurance Denials: The Hidden Cost of Incomplete Documentation Introduction:Insurance denials can often be traced back to overlooked details in your coding and billing processes. Learn how your practice can prevent denials with smarter diagnosis reporting and better claim alignment. It Starts With the Right Diagnosis – and the Right Timing Too often, practices bill […]
Reanalyzing Payer Contracts in Today’s Evolving Healthcare Landscape Reanalyzing Payer Contracts in Today’s Evolving Healthcare Landscape How Healthcare Practices Can Stay Vigilant and Maximize Reimbursement In an era of rapid changes in healthcare policy and payer behavior, it’s more crucial than ever for healthcare practices to adopt a proactive approach to managing payer contracts. With […]
Dry needling can be a valuable service for patients suffering from chronic pain, but improper coding can result in denied claims or even billing fraud. In this blog post by Svast Healthcare Technologies, we break down CPT codes 20560 and 20561, explain key differences from acupuncture, and share crucial billing tips for Physical Therapy practices. […]
Insurance contract negotiation is one of the more complex challenges that private healthcare practices face. Whether you’re a new provider or an experienced one, the process often feels opaque and inconsistent—and unfortunately, there’s no one-size-fits-all strategy. However, with preparation, persistence, and data-driven insights, healthcare practices can position themselves for better reimbursement rates and stronger payer […]
