Foreign body coding: how location, encounter type, intent and whether removal was performed drive ICD-10-CM and CPT code selection.


Foreign body coding: how location, encounter type, intent and whether removal was performed drive ICD-10-CM and CPT code selection.

How much does medical coding training cost? Compare a CPC course with a college degree on price, time, extra fees and ways to pay in 2026.

Coverage of the January 9, 2026, jobs report focused on weak U.S. job growth for 2025 and the broader job market has been sluggish in 2026.

Patient is a three years old male who about 45 minutes prior ingested about two to three tablets of Celesta 40 mg per tablets.

Accurate coding of psoriasis is essential for proper reimbursement, tracking disease severity, and supporting medical necessity.

In medical coding, what is a CBR? They are meant to be informational and proactive, giving practices a chance to review billing behaviors.

ICD-10-CM combination codes explained: what they are, how to find them in the Index, and when one code replaces two for accurate reporting.

For those entering the profession, mid-career coders, and educators alike, the medical coding outlook for 2026 and beyond offer opportunities.

The National Drug Code (NDC) is a unique 10- or 11-digit number used in the United States to identify medications and biological products.

Understanding the different types of payers helps medical coders assign the correct codes, follow correct billing rules, and reduce denials.

What is AMA CPT Assistant? How coders use this official AMA publication to interpret CPT codes, support documentation, and settle coding questions.

Medical coding for the male reproductive system requires a strong understanding of anatomy, clinical conditions, and procedural terminology.

Accurate medical coding of the female reproductive system is essential for proper reimbursement and medical record compliance.

Accurate asthma coding ensures proper reimbursement, supports medical necessity, and reduces claim denials.

Accurate medical coding for dementia is critical for proper reimbursement, quality reporting, and continuity of care.

Accurate medical coding for Parkinson’s disease is essential for appropriate reimbursement and quality reporting.

Lower extremity revascularization procedures are performed to restore blood flow in patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD).

Radiology and interventional services are undergoing coding changes in 2026, especially for CTA, CTP, and ablation procedures.

Irreversible electroporation (IRE) is a minimally invasive, non-thermal ablation that uses pulses to create permanent pores in cell membranes.

The 2026 CPT® code updates bring significant changes to thoracic branch endograft (TBE) procedures, as well as broader updates.

RPM and RTM coding for 2026: the new remote monitoring CPT codes, device supply and management rules, and the documentation payers expect.

Medical coders must understand the different medical coding types of radiological services to code them correctly.

Accurate medical coding for lesion services is essential for proper reimbursement, compliance, and clean claims.

The 2026 CPT updates reflect evolving care deliver, new technologies, and restructuring of existing procedure codes to better match workflows.

Accurate medical coding of Medication Therapy Management services is essential to ensure proper reimbursement and compliance.

Time-based medical coding applies when the amount of time a provider spends with a patient determines the level of service reported.

You can find state-based funding opportunities and medical coding scholarships that help cover the cost of our CPC certification program.

If you’re thinking about becoming a remote medical coder (CPC® – AAPC Certified Professional Coder), you probably have a lot of questions.

Exactly what does AAPC stand for—and why does it matter so much for your coding career? We’ll tell you why in this blog.

Understanding medical coding abbreviations quickly and accurately is critical for correct code assignment, clean claim submission, and more.