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Orthopedic overview: CPT coding for arthroscopic hip and knee procedures

Arthroscopic surgical procedures involve the insertion of a small scope into the interior of a joint, allowing the physician to view the joint without making a large incision through the skin. Review CPT coding for arthroscopic procedures of the hip and knee joints.

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Deconstruct CPT coding for vaginal cuff repairs

A vaginal cuff tear, also known as vaginal cuff dehiscence, is a severe complication of a hysterectomy. Lori-Lynne A. Webb, CPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, COBGC, writes about CPT coding for transvaginal and laparoscopic vaginal cuff repairs.

E/M risk assessments: A strategy for achieving coding compliance

Coding managers use risk assessments to measure their level of compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies and procedures. Learn about the steps involved in E/M risk assessments and practices used to address E/M coding and billing errors.

Healthcare News: FDA issues EUA for new COVID-19 antibody treatment

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for the combination treatment of bamlanivimab and etesevimab for COVID-19 patients at high risk for severe infection.

Q&A: ICD-10-CM coding for acute and chronic knee injuries

Q: What is the difference between an acute and chronic knee injury and how are these conditions reported in ICD-10-CM?

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ICD-10-CM codes in category L89.- (pressure ulcer) are combination codes that do not require a second code to describe the stage. The sixth character of the code indicates the stage. Coders may choose the stage based on clinicians' documentation, but the physician must establish the type of ulcer.

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