Coding & Documentation

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.

Get medical coding guidance on complexity and comorbid disorders; improving 99213 documentation; shave lesion codes; remote IV infusion and more.

How to avoid the most common coding mistakes that lead to lost revenue at your medical practice.

Rules vary between code book guidelines, payer preferences, and Medicare limitations. Ensure proper reimbursement by following the right rules for the right situations.

Find out why CPT code 99213 is the most unexpectedly denied E&M code at medical practices like yours from John Stanton of RemitDATA.

Coding questions? We've got the answers.

This article identifies the types of observation codes, how each is used, and relevant CPT guidelines for physicians and medical practices.

Here are some steps medical practices should take to stay ahead of the curve financially when CMS moves to a new data source for calculation of HCC factors.

Want to know what the government looks for in healthcare fraud investigations? Here's some conduct you may want to avoid at your medical practice.

Coding expert Mary Pat Whaley offers four key tips to minimize the chances of a RAC audit at your medical practice.

Medical practices are concentrating on critical changes as part of the ACA but it is important not to lose focus on the basics of coding.