ICD 10 Codes for Alcohol Use, Abuse, and Dependence In cases of alcohol abuse coding, when the provider documentation refers to the use, abuse, and dependence of the same substance (e.g. alcohol, opioid, cannabis, etc.), only one code should be assigned to identify...
Understanding Medical Coding Training & Certification in Georgia Medical coding plays a vital role in the healthcare landscape of Georgia, as it does across the United States. This article explores the specifics of medical coding in Georgia, including regulations,...
Decoding the Importance of Medical Coding in Colorado's Healthcare System In the complex realm of healthcare, medical coding serves as the backbone that supports efficient billing, accurate reimbursement, and comprehensive healthcare data analysis. Colorado, with its...
Empowering the Future of Healthcare: Explore Medical Coding Scholarships in Arizona In today's rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, the role of medical coders in Arizona has become increasingly crucial. These professionals ensure that medical records are accurately...
Medical Billing vs. Medical Coding While medical coding and medical billing are related aspects of healthcare reimbursement, they are not the same. Here's a breakdown of the differences between medical coding vs medical billing: Medical Coding Medical Coding...
Medical Record Abstraction Abstracting information from medical records for coding purposes is a critical task in medical coding. Medical Record Abstraction involves extracting relevant clinical details from patient records to assign accurate diagnostic and procedural...
Understanding the Significance of CPT Modifiers in Medical Coding In the realm of medical coding, precision is paramount. Accuracy ensures that healthcare providers are reimbursed correctly for the services they render and that patients receive appropriate care...
Preparing for ICD-11: Challenges & Benefits for Healthcare Stakeholders Insights into what the implementation process for ICD-11 might entail and the potential impact it could have when it occurs. Transition planning Training Resources for Medical Coders &...
Tips to Pass the AAPC CPC Exam on Your First Try Medical coding is a fantastic career, and you’re so close to earning your Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential that you can see it within your grasp. Seeing it, and achieving it may feel out of reach for some...
Tips for Getting Hired as a New CPC-A Frustration can build for a newly credentialed coder (CPC-A) especially if they have submitted many resumes and job applications and never receive any feedback as to why they were not selected for an interview or hired when they...