Q&A: Defining remote monitoring techniques for CPT coding
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Don’t pass on reviewing 2023 renal stone removal CPT codes
This article outlines kidney anatomy, explains percutaneous nephrolithotomy and pyelolithotomy procedures, highlights relevant CPT guidance, and includes insight from experts. 

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Focus in on ICD-10-CM code capture for social determinants of health
Tonya Moton, RHIA, CCS, defines social determinants of health coding, explains the challenges of reporting these factors, and outlines how coders and providers can work together to create a positive impact in at-risk communities.
Refresh key changes in the 2023 MPFS final rule
The 2023 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) final rule finalized major documentation and coding changes. This article summarizes new guidance for reporting E/M, telehealth services, and a significant cut to physician payments.
Healthcare News: CMS publishes FAQ on modifiers -JW and -JZ
CMS recently published an FAQ document on the use of drug waste modifiers. The resource addresses how the modifiers affect Medicare policy, to which products they can be appended, billing concerns, and more.
Q&A: Defining remote monitoring techniques for CPT coding
Q: What are the differences between remote therapeutic monitoring and remote physiologic monitoring and what details should we look for in documentation to report these services with CPT codes?
 

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