Exploration of spinal fusion Coding Simplified
Exploration of spinal fusion Coding Simplified Spinal fusion surgery is a medical procedure that involves joining two or more vertebrae in the spine. This procedure is used to treat several conditions such as spinal instability, deformities, or injuries. Sometimes, it is combined with other procedures to address specific spinal issues comprehensively. When a spine…
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Coding Strategies and Considerations for Scoliosis: Expert Tips and Insights
Coding Strategies and Considerations for Scoliosis: Expert Tips and Insights Scoliosis is a medical condition that causes an abnormal curvature of the spine, resulting in a sideways “S” or “C” shape. The severity of the curvature may range from mild to severe, with some cases leading to spinal rotation or twisting. While scoliosis can develop…
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Insights into Posterior, Posterolateral or Lateral Transverse Process Technique
Insights into Posterior, Posterolateral, or Lateral Transverse Process Technique For reporting instrumentation procedures, please refer to 22840-22855 and 22859. Please report the definitive procedures with their respective codes. However, it is important not to append modifier 62 to spinal instrumentation codes 22840-22848, 22850, 22852, 22853, 22854, and 22859. For reporting bone graft procedures,…
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Understanding Percutaneous Augmentation and Annuloplasty
Understanding Percutaneous Augmentation and Annuloplasty Percutaneous Augmentation is a medical procedure that is minimally invasive and used to reinforce or strengthen a structure within the body without requiring open surgery. This technique typically involves using percutaneous (through the skin) techniques to support or augment a body part or structure. On the other…
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The Ultimate Handbook to CPT E/M Modifiers 25, 24, 57, 27
The Ultimate Handbook to CPT Modifiers: 25, 24, 57, 27 Modifier 25: Modifier 25 is a code utilized in medical billing to indicate that a significant, separately identifiable evaluation and management (E/M) service was provided by a healthcare professional on the same day as another procedure or service. This code is used to…
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The Ultimate Handbook to CPT Modifiers 62, 63, 50, 54,
The Ultimate Handbook to CPT Modifiers: Simplifying Complex Coding What is Modifier? A modifier is a two-digit code that is added to a CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) or HCPCS (Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System) code. Its purpose is to provide additional information or context about a service or procedure performed by a healthcare provider.…
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Expert Tips and Insights for Percutaneous Treatment of Vertebral Fractures
Expert Tips and Insights for Percutaneous Treatment of Vertebral Fractures Percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP) is an interventional procedure in neurosurgery and radiology used to inject a biomaterial, methyl methacrylate, into a lesion within a thoracic or lumbar vertebral body. This aims to alleviate pain and strengthen weakened vertebral structures. Typically guided by fluoroscopy,…
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2024 Update CPT: New Changes in Coding Guidelines
2024 Update CPT: New Changes in Coding Guidelines Please review the latest updates on CPT coding and guidelines for professional services. Every year on January 1st, new CPT® codes and coding guidelines are released that include new, revised, and eliminated codes. CPT® 2024 introduces 230 new codes, 70 revised codes, and 49 removed codes.…
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Manipulation Under Anesthesia
Manipulation Under Anesthesia During this procedure, the healthcare provider administers anesthesia and manipulates the knee joint through passive movements and stretching. The goal is to alleviate pain and enhance range of motion by breaking down fibrous and scar tissue. Manipulation under anesthesia entails…
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Understanding Sepsis Denials: Challenges, Solutions, and Clinical Validity
Understanding Sepsis Denials: Challenges, Solutions, and Clinical Validity Let’s explore the common causes behind sepsis record denials and how coders can assist in addressing these issues. Why do sepsis records face frequent denials? Pinpointing the exact cause for the recent surge in sepsis denials is challenging. However, it’s likely due to the diverse…
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