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The CodeCast™ Podcast | Medical Billing & Coding Insights

The Business Side of Medicine ~ Coding, Reimbursement and Compliance for Physician Practices

Healthcare Consultant, Auditor and Educator, Terry Fletcher CPC, CCC, CEMC, CCS, CCS-P, CMC, CMSCS, , ACS-CA, SCP-CA, QMGC, QMCRC, QMPM, PACS, CPA®-TH knows from over 35 years in the healthcare industry, that Coding, Billing, and Compliance for physician practices and hospitals can be tough to navigate. Her CodeCast™ Podcast series will share insights into CPT® and ICD-10-CM coding, will discuss current rules and regulations the Medicare payer requires, along with Commercial Insurance plans’ rules and reimbursement challenges that all RCM staff deal with every day. Discover revenue opportunities to maximize reimbursement in your medical practice, hear complicated published federal payer rules broken down into easy-to-understand concepts, with a focus on different medical specialties and platforms in each episode.

The weekly CodeCast™ Podcast has run since the fall of 2017. Be sure to catch each episode that drops every #TerryTuesday™ on most popular podcast platforms.

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Are You Misusing Modifier 25?

Modifier 25 remains one of the most audited—and most overused—modifiers in medical coding. But the problem isn’t just coding mechanics. It’s about appropriateness, credibility, and documentation. Designed to represent a ...

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Cardiology PCI Coding Made Clear

The 2026 updates introduced new and revised PCI CPT codes, and even experienced coders are feeling the impact. With fresh code options and shifting applications, accurately capturing Coronary Intervention services—and ...

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The Pros and Cons of ChatGPT for Healthcare

OpenAI’s launch of ChatGPT Health is reigniting a familiar debate about patient‑facing AI — how much it can empower people to access medical information, and how much it might amplify ...

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Telehealth Compliance Tips for 2026

Telehealth isn’t going anywhere, but many practices still don’t have a solid audit plan in place. With Medicare’s proposed rules now finalized for 2026—and the added uncertainty of another potential ...

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Is Virtual Supervision a Good Idea for 2026?

Terry closes out the year with a deep dive into Medicare’s newly permanent “Virtual Supervision” rule taking effect in 2026, along with a refresher on the current requirements for reporting ...

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Audit Tips For Split/Shared Visits

Auditing split/shared encounters can become confusing when providers, auditors, and coders are not aligned. CPT and CMS have both issued guidance to help clarify how these services should be billed. ...

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“Risk” E/M Element OTC Medications

When auditing risk of management in an E/M note, how are over-the-counter (OTC) medications scored? Under the 1995/1997 guidelines, they were categorized in the “low” risk row. However, the 2021 ...

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MR Signature Compliance

Medical record signatures are more than the macro “electronically signed by Dr. Jack Jones.” A provider’s signature is a legal attestation that the physician or provider performed, reviewed, and/or agreed ...

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Claim Denials: Coding Mistake or Billing Oversight?

Medical billing and coding encompasses a wide range of responsibilities—from patient registration and claim reimbursement to final payment delivery to the provider. Navigating this process requires close collaboration among billers, ...

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Understanding Who Can Bill Preventive G Codes

As more practices begin offering screening services, questions around billing for Medicare-specific G codes are becoming more common. In this episode, Terry breaks down when it's appropriate to bill for ...

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