En iyi Codec podcastleri (2024)

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The 25 Modifier and More 12:03

1d ago12:03

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Today on the CodeCast podcast, Terry discusses best practices for the -25 Modifier, where to find her latest blog on the AAPC website, and what the MAHA (Make America Healthy Again) movement means to our country. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/codecast-medical-billi…

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CMS final rule is out and Telehealth is an issue 23:56

8d ago23:56

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CMS published the 2025 Final Rule on November 1st. Terry breaks down the highlights and gives you the facts on the Telehealth “mess” that could have 85% of Medicare patients without access to virtual care. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/codecast-medical-billing-codi…

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Why are TCM services receiving more denials than payments? 15:07

15d ago15:07

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Many practices have engaged in coding for TCM (Transitional Care Management) services but are finding that they are receiving more denials than payments. Terry breaks down why that is, and sheds light on what is needed to qualify billing for these services. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – https://podcast…

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AI in Medical Coding: What’s the Reality? 15:11

22d ago15:11

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Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to make substantial progress toward the goal of making healthcare more personalized, predictive, preventative, and interactive. However, AI-based systems raise concerns regarding data security and privacy. Because health records are important and vulnerable, hackers often target them during data breach…

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HIPAA violations your organizations should avoid 15:39

29d ago15:39

15:39

HIPAA has many privacy issues that most practices have in their HIPAA compliance manuals. However, current HIPAA violations are coming to light when employees purposefully search patient PHI for personal use or curiosity. This is not only a violation of privacy laws but could have a cascading effect if not stopped in its tracks. In this episode, Te…

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RCM Updates for 4th Quarter 18:13

1M ago18:13

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In this edition of the CodeCast podcast, Terry discusses the “subtle changes” to look for in the ICD-10-CM updates effective October 1st. Also, Terry clears up understanding the UHC Gold Card Program, and what CMS looks at when they send you a denial. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.appl…

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Telemedicine “Webside Manner” 14:23

1M ago14:23

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According to the AMA, most physicians lack training in “webside manner.” Researchers from the University of Michigan Medical School and the Veterans Affairs Ann Arbor Healthcare System surveyed 1,213 patients from their respective institutions to measure preferences regarding the visual background seen during a video visit. Today’s CodeCast podcast…

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Charging patients cash for “insurance covered” services 15:26

2M ago15:26

15:26

Many practices offer cash payment options to avoid insurance billing, hoping to reduce administrative burden or boost revenue. However, this practice of charging cash for services that could be billed to and covered by a patient’s insurance plan raises serious compliance concerns. Federal law and insurance contracts generally prohibit this practice…

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Sometimes the rules are as “clear as mud” 19:17

2M ago19:17

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Sometimes there are coding, compliance, and billing questions that we struggle to find answers to in any published guidance or specific regulatory rules. This week on the CodeCast podcast, Terry brings up three specific questions that we are always hunting for answers to and the best way to deal with them. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to …

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Does ICD-10-CM Codes Claim Position Matter? 24:41

2M ago24:41

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In this episode Terry discusses the importance of ICD-10-CM codes on billing claims. She also clarifies the ICD-10-CM General Guidelines on Borderline Diagnoses, Laterality, Acute versus Chronic Conditions, and when to leave the symptoms off the claim for definitive diagnoses. Listen in for this important information capture. Subscribe and Listen Y…

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G2211 CMS FAQ Sheet Released 17:33

2M ago17:33

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CMS released their FAQ sheet for the add-on code HCPCS G2211, to office visits. The sheet clarifies where denials and grey areas for reporting. Tune in as Terry goes over twelve FAQs from CMS along with her commentary to best practices for this complexity add-on. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – https://p…

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Top 10 Tuesday Q&A – Coding, Billing, and Compliance Questions 22:12

3M ago22:12

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In this episode of the CodeCast podcast, Terry discusses ABI billing, Level 5 Drug Toxicity options, Aortic Stenosis ICD-10-CM coding, and some questions related to the 2025 CMS proposals. Listen this episode to see if any of your Coding Corner questions made the podcast cut! Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcast…

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Transfer of Care Modifiers 15:04

3M ago15:04

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CMS proposes expanding the transfer of care modifiers, -54, -55, and -56 to better “value” the global surgery CPT codes. However, this may cause more confusion for surgeons and medical providers who see patients for surgery or post-op only. Terry talks about the proposal and what to expect for 2025. Also, Terry talks about the proposals for Telehea…

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Coding a Heart Cath 18:57

3M ago18:57

18:57

This edition of the CodeCast podcast focuses on coding heart caths. When coding for cardiac catheterizations, if you don’t have a working knowledge of this specialty it can be a bit challenging. That’s why it’s time to get back to the basics. Terry provides some tips into this coding concept, and what to look for in your report to capture the corre…

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E&M Comparison 15:06

3M ago15:06

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Terry takes us down memory lane in an E/M refresher. She covers what changed with the CPT E/M section – that was updated in 2019, 2020, and 2021 – to get to what we have today in 2024. Getting back to basics helps you understand why we must ensure updates in our charting workflows and EMRs continue. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our pod…

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Top 10 Tuesday Q&A – Coding, Billing, and Compliance Questions 20:39

4M ago20:39

20:39

This week on the CodeCast podcast Terry returns with her Top 10 Tuesday Q&A series. Join us as Terry covers questions covering risk support for E/M, Telehealth in the hospital setting, missed appointments, follow-up testing protocols, shared visit modifiers, and more. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – http…

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The Last Of The Podcast 1:18:12

4M ago1:18:12

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It's with a heavy heart we're announcing this, but everything comes to an end and it's no different with Codec Moments. For many reasons we've decided to put the adventure out of its under utilised misery, but it doesn't have to be a mournful thing... we've decided to record The Last Of The Podcast to detail why it's coming to a stop and remind our…

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CMS Newsroom Update: Physician Fee Schedule 2025 21:39

4M ago21:39

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CMS published their PFS on July 10th. You have 90 days to comment and be heard on these changes including the proposed 2.93% reduction to the Physician Fee schedule. In this edition of the CodeCast, Terry goes over the talking points and what Part B providers can expect coming into the new 2025 calendar year. You don’t want to miss this important e…

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Office Visit with Preventative Med 16:37

4M ago16:37

16:37

Terry discusses when it is and isn’t appropriate to report a preventative visit with an office visit on the same date. How did the patient present? What is the share of the cost-to-patient implications? And what will payers want to see for medical necessity? Terry covers it all in this edition of CodeCast podcast. Subscribe and Listen You can subsc…

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NCCI Updates 30.2 and No Show Appointments 10:56

4M ago10:56

10:56

In today’s episode of the CodeCast podcast, Terry updates you on the latest CMS NCCI Edits, effective July 1st. She gives you the insight on the PTP and MUEs expected, along with some commentary and best practices on charging patients for no-show appointments. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – https://podc…

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Principle Care Management (PCM) 13:32

4M ago13:32

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Principal Care Management (PCM) services are services for a single high-risk disease, 30 minutes a month, personally provided by a physician or NPP. This is for patients with one complex chronic condition expected to last three months which places the patient at significant risk of hospitalization, acute exacerbation/decompensation, functional decl…

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Top 10 Coding and Billing Mistakes – Let’s Fix It! 22:06

5M ago22:06

22:06

Can you guess the main reason why medical billing claims are rejected? According to recent studies, most clinics account for 15-25% of inaccurately submitted monthly claims. Those inaccuracies must be corrected, resulting in an annual loss of revenue worth tens of thousands of dollars. Among the most popular reasons medical claims return to a clini…

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Trigger Point Injections and LCDs

5M ago

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You must make sure your providers and coders understand the overarching LCD criteria for reporting TPIs (Trigger Point Injections). As of April 1st, five MACs have tightened their rules for TPI coding and reporting. There are new frequencies, ICD-10-CM, anatomical territories, and MUE rules for these services. Terry outlines the rules and reminds p…

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Are you a Coder or a Biller?

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How do you know if your role is classified as a Coder or a Biller? Coders typically work in the back end of the facility, focused on interpreting medical records and assigning appropriate codes. Billers interact directly with patients, collecting payments and entering patient information into the appropriate systems. However, there is also a crosso…

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When To Use The -22 Modifier

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All CPT codes have an expected range of complexity and uses, but when a particular procedure or surgery performed has exceeded the normal range of complexity, modifier -22 can come into play. Modifier -22 is defined as increased procedural services and demonstrates when a physician has gone above and beyond the typical framework of a particular pro…

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