HIPAA Guidelines and Tips for Medical Coders Understanding HIPAA in Medical Coding The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was established in 1996 to protect patient health information and ensure confidentiality in healthcare. For medical...
Freelance Medical Coding: Guidelines and Tips for Success Freelance medical coding offers certified coders flexibility, independence, and the ability to work from home while still applying their expertise in healthcare documentation. As the demand for remote coding...
Accurate medical coding is essential for ensuring proper reimbursement, maintaining compliance, and supporting patient care documentation. Even small errors can result in claim denials, compliance issues, or financial losses for healthcare providers. Understanding the...
Are Pharmacology and Pathopharmacology Important in Medical Coding Medical coders do far more than match words to numbers. They interpret clinical documentation to tell the patient’s story accurately through codes. To do that well, coders must understand how diseases...
Can a Medical Coder Work While Traveling in an RV? One of the benefits of medical coding is flexibility. Many coders wonder if they can keep their careers moving while traveling—whether for leisure, adventure, or even a full-time RV lifestyle. The answer is yes, it’s...
Understanding the Types of Injections in Medical Coding Injection administration is a common medical service, but proper documentation and accurate code selection are crucial for compliant billing. Let’s review the types of injections, coding guidelines, and best...
Non-Chemo IV Drug & Hydration Coding — Step-by-Step First, confirm documentation Route, drug/substance, start & stop times for each infusion, and each push given. IV access site(s) used (one site vs. two distinct sites). Clinical reason for hydration (not just...
How to Code Operative Reports (OP Reports) Efficiently: Steps, Guidelines & Tips Operative (OP) reports are some of the most detailed documents in a patient’s medical record. They describe the procedures performed during surgery, the techniques used, findings,...
How Coders Can Code Accurately and Meet High Production Standards Accuracy and productivity are the twin pillars of success in medical coding. Whether you’re a new graduate or a seasoned CPC, balancing these two expectations can be challenging—but it’s entirely...
ICD-10-CM Chapters: What’s Included, Guidance, and Coding Tips The ICD-10-CM manual is organized into 21 chapters, each covering a specific range of codes tied to body systems, conditions, or circumstances. Understanding what belongs in each chapter—and the rules that...