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2022 CPT update: Review new codes for spinal, ocular, and auditory procedures
The 2022 CPT code set includes 249 new codes that went into effect January 1. Review new CPT codes for spinal decompressions, cataract removals, auditory implantations, and more.

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Tackle ICD-10-CM/CPT coding for transcranial magnetic stimulation
Medical practices in the U.S. are expanding treatment options for major depressive disorder to include transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Laurie Bouzarelos, MHA, CPC, reviews the basics of TMS, types of providers who can deliver TMS, and ICD-10-CM/CPT coding for TMS delivery and management.
Navigate 2022 NCCI edits to prevent improper payments
CMS recently released the 2022 National Correct Coding Initiative Policy Manual for Medicare Services. Julia Kyles, CPC, breaks down procedure-to-procedure and medically unlikely edits for a selection of new provider-based services.
Healthcare News: OIG audit targets excessive billing for genetic testing
Between 2016 and 2019, Medicare payments to laboratories for genetic tests quadrupled from $351 million to $1.41 billion. This sharp increase in spending on genetic testing is likely linked to excessive and fraudulent billing, according to a recent Office of Inspector General (OIG) report.
Q&A: Provider documentation and CPT coding for psychological testing
Q: Which providers can perform and bill for psychological testing services described by CPT codes 96136-96139?
 

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ICD-10-CM code M62.81 (muscle weakness [generalized]) describes true muscle weakness as a result of musculoskeletal disorders, neuromuscular disease, or degenerative disease otherwise unidentified. Unilateral weakness associated with stroke, brain disorders or injury is coded to hemiplegia/hemiparesis, not M62.81. Muscle group measurements are not required, but measurable muscle weakness must be documented.

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