Medical Coding

In 2024, accurate use of diagnostic codes will be more vital, particularly for mental health conditions. The F33.1 diagnosis code, officially designated for Major Depressive Disorder, Recurrent, Moderate, plays a critical role in guiding patient care and driving accurate billing outcomes. For healthcare providers across Florida, especially those delivering mental health care, understanding the diagnosis […]

Imagine treating a patient, writing notes, and expecting payment to arrive as if by clockwork. Behind the scenes, however, is a powerful system that makes reimbursement possible: medical coding. So, what is coding in medical billing? It is the language that connects patient care with revenue generation. Medical coding is often misunderstood or overlooked, yet

CPT codes are the foundation of medical billing. When it comes to orthopedic and shoulder surgery, CPT code 29806 plays a critical role. This specific code refers to a particular type of shoulder surgery known as arthroscopic shoulder stabilization. If incorrectly applied, CPT 29806 can lead to denied claims, revenue loss, or even compliance issues.

Billing errors can quietly erode your revenue cycle. One mistyped modifier, such as F6, used to identify the right index finger, can delay reimbursements or trigger denials. Suppose your staff miscodes a routine procedure or forgets to include the proper modifier for the right index finger. In that case, that oversight can lead to a

Modifier 25 seems simple, but it is one of the most commonly misused and heavily audited modifiers in medical billing. Knowing exactly when Modifier 25 is used can mean the difference between a clean claim and one that gets flagged or denied. Misusing this modifier creates unnecessary billing complications, jeopardizes reimbursement, and may raise compliance