The 2020 CPT update added new codes for the preparation and insertion of drug delivery devices, dry needling, and anesthetic nerve injection administration.
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2020 CPT update: New musculoskeletal and nervous system codes
Source: JustCoding
The 2020 CPT update added new codes for the preparation and insertion of drug delivery devices, dry needling, and anesthetic nerve injection administration.
Are your business affiliates in trouble? Prepare to let CMS know
Source: HealthLeaders Media
CMS finalized a rule to strengthen the government's ability to prevent fraud and block providers from federal health programs.
 

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Note from the instructor: Outpatient status appeal rights for Medicare beneficiaries
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This week's note from the instructor looks at the ongoing judicial actions pertaining to discharge appeal rights for Medicare beneficiaries assigned to outpatient status or who have received observation services.
 

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Q&A: Clinical staff using personal devices
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Q: Can we allow clinical staff to use their personal cell phones and mobile devices to communicate with patients? If so, how can we keep our calls, email, and text messages HIPAA compliant?

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