Coding changes will have an impact on staff, physicians, and even the finances of rheumatology practices
2013–A Whole New World
ICD-10 will change the coding and billing landscape, and practices should start preparing now
ICD-10 from a Coder’s Perspective
For the past 30 years, coders have used the International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision (ICD-9) to identify and report diseases, signs, and symptoms as well as to measure morbidity and mortality in the United States. In general, coders identify ICD-9 as the heartbeat of reimbursement for medical procedures because this is what drives medical necessity.
On the Edge with Medicare: Will Cuts Drive Rheumatologists to Opt Out?
Will cuts drive rheumatologists to opt out?
The Most Cost-Effective Diagnosis Is the Correct Diagnosis
Comments on the Medicare decision to eliminate consultation codes
The Good and Bad of Healthcare Reform
Even though the law was passed, the work of reform is just beginning
Coding Note
As of January 1, 2010, Medicare eliminated both inpatient and outpatient consultation codes.
Documenting Infusion Time, Start to Finish
Has your practice ever experienced the disappointment of being downcoded because of lack of supporting documentation?
What Is Your New Year’s Resolution for Your Practice?
If it is to clean up your old accounts receivable (A/R) and try to get them paid before writing them off, this plan can help you make your resolution a reality…
Documentation: Better Sooner Than Later
Do you want to save your practice time and money? Here’s a tip: Stay on top of documenting your patients’ records.