Coding for cardiology may contain some complex circumstances that lead to coding errors and denials. In some outlying situations, a complication may occur following the replacement of a heart valve. Three codes (93590, 93591, and 93592) identify and allow coding for these services. By grasping a better understanding of this tricky and confusing area when […]
Procedures involving lower extremities are often highlighted as a problem area for many CPT coders and healthcare compliance and regulatory professionals. Applying them correctly can be an area of confusion for many professionals. Let’s take time to examine and break down some of the details surrounding codes 93925 and 93926 for a duplex scan of […]
For cardiac cath services, a number of issues exist that tend to be regular topics of discussion when it comes to common coding challenges. Topping the list is the proper use of codes +93571 and +93572. +93571 | Intravascular Doppler velocity and/or pressure derived coronary flow reserve measurement (coronary vessel or graft) during coronary angiography […]
Thank you for being a valued subscriber to the Peripheral & Cardiology Coder for 2020. As you know, cardiac cath labs continue to face challenges when it comes to coding and compliance, we are eager to tackle those challenges together. We put all our energy into making sure your resources offer the most current and […]
Thank you for being a valued subscriber to the Cardiac Rhythm Management Coder for 2020. As you know, CRM continues to face challenges when it comes to coding and compliance, we are eager to tackle those challenges together. We put all our energy into making sure your resources offer the most current and complete solutions […]