Coding & Documentation

As your medical practice prepares for the ICD-10 transition, here are 10 key points and tips for implementation provided by AHIMA.

Like it or not, ICD-10 is on the way. Here's how to plan ahead and project its impact to minimize disruption to your practice's revenue cycle.

A key partner in the ICD-10 transition is your claims clearinghouse. Here are six key questions to ask now to be sure you are both ready.

Coding questions? We've got the answers.

But if the facts on the use of modifier 25 are clear, why are practices and hospital systems paying back millions of dollars for the incorrect use of modifier 25?

Here's why you should seek - and more importantly, how to code - reimbursement for after-hours services at your medical practice.

ICD-10 provides many needed attributes, but some of the data being collected seems way too excessive for practices.

Coding questions? We've got the answers.

Raemarie Jimenez of AAPC discusses common coding mistakes made by medical practices and how to avoid them during this webinar, recorded July 16, 2013.

Is the money your practice deserves floating out of the front door? Get it back by avoiding these common pitfalls.

What are the top five codes that are likely to lead to unexpected denials at your medical practice? Let Adam Atwood of RemitDATA tell you in this audio slideshow.

The Medicare Physician Fee Schedule is packed with information that guides coding and leads to better reimbursement. So why not do your homework?

Only about five percent of medical practices have made big progress with the ICD-10 transition, says a new MGMA report.

Three recent examples show how being compliant and meeting medical necessity standards are the key to avoiding fraud enforcement actions.

Coding questions? We've got the answers.

What should your medical practice do with your ICD-9-CM book after October 1, 2014? Keep it.

AHIMA's Kathy DeVault explains how to work with payers on the ICD-10 transition, including use of unspecified codes, and how to best prepare providers.

The best defense is a good offense. Arm yourself with knowledge on what new federal healthcare fraud and abuse measures mean for your practice.

Coding questions? We've got the answers.

Everybody at your practice has a role in the ICD-10 transition, but that doesn't mean they should all be coders. AHIMA's Kathy DeVault explains.

ICD-10 diagnosis codes are effective Oct. 1, 2014. Set an implementation budget and timeline. Identify ICD-9/ICD-10 differences. Say goodbye to nonspecific codes.

CMS is standing firm on its 2014 ICD-10 implementation, while also dealing with the effects of sequestration and the challenge of reaching smaller practices.

Early ICD-10 testing will allow your medical practice to identify and resolve issues before they disrupt your claims process.

Medicare's Annual Wellness Visits are a critical element for primary-care physicians to document ICD-9 codes on their Medicare Advantage patients.

There's not always a direct correlation between an ICD-9 and ICD-10 code. So providers should take steps to mitigate risks with the conversion.