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The CodeCast Podcast | Medical Billing & Coding Insights
The Business Side of Medicine ~ Coding, Reimbursement and Compliance for Physician Practices
National Speaker and Healthcare Consultant, Auditor and Educator, Terry Fletcher CPC, CCC, CEMC, CCS, CCS-P, CMC, CMSCS, , ACS-CA, SCP-CA, QMGC, QMCRC, QMPM knows from over 30 years medical reimbursement industry experience that Coding, Billing and Compliance for physician practices and hospitals can be tough to navigate. Her CodeCast® Podcast series will share insights to current rules and regulations the Medicare payer requires, along with Commercial Insurance plans’ rules and reimbursement challenges. Discover revenue opportunities to maximize reimbursement in your medical practice, focusing on different medical specialties and platforms each episode.
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Elevated troponin levels: may not be what you think!
January 24, 2023
Many Coders tend to read a physician’s note and make assumptions without first reading the coding guidelines. One particular entry, which is found in many admission notes is “elevated troponin”. …
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ICD-10-CM “Code First” Clarifications
January 17, 2023
Instructional notes in ICD-10-CM are there for a reason. “Code First” denials are happening more often, when these directions are not followed. In this jam-packed episode, Terry discusses when certain …
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Addendums, corrections and late entries to the medical record
January 10, 2023
In this episode, Terry discusses late entries, addendums, or corrections to a medical record that are legitimate occurrences in the documentation of clinical services. Compliance is always an issue in …
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Life as a Coder Equals Flexibility
January 3, 2023
As 2023 arrives, many coding professionals might be thinking about their career goals, maybe a career change, or just enhancing their current position in coding. In today’s work environment, it …
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2023 EM Data Points Reminders
December 27, 2022
For the last CodeCast podcast of 2022, Terry gives quick fire details on the new 2023 EM Rules for Data Points, plus reminders on what to make sure you are …
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Time-Based EM for 2023
December 20, 2022
When using time to level your E/M visit in 2023, you need to focus on the individual patient. In this week’s CodeCast, Terry talks “time” when giving auditing tips to …
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Fractures Defined
December 13, 2022
On this edition of the CodeCast, Terry Fletcher defines the laymen’s terms for definitions of all fractures, She also has an update on the 2023 rules for prolonged services. And …
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E/M: Prescription Drug Management Defined
December 6, 2022
Terry tackles a challenging topic in the appropriate documentation of prescription drug management when reporting moderate level E/M codes. Doctors need to know that adding the current medication list to …
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Top 10 Tuesday Q&A – Multi-Specialty Questions
November 29, 2022
In this Top Ten Tuesday edition of the CodeCast, Terry answers frequently asked questions about ACP and PHE extensions, Orthopedic procedures, and Gastro endoscopy. Tune in to to hear her …
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eVisits the Portal Connection
November 22, 2022
There has been a lot of confusion, on when it is appropriate to bill for e-Visits, using CPT codes 99421-99423 and HCPCS codes G2061-G2063, as applicable. The patient must verbally …
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Are they really extending the PHE again?
November 15, 2022
The U.S. will extend the COVID-19 public health emergency through at least April 11, 2023, Biden administration officials confirmed to CNBC on November 11th. But why? Does this make sense …
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The Medicare Final Rule and 2023 PFS Summary
November 8, 2022
The Medicare 2023 PFS and the CMS Final Rule were published on November 1st. In this episode of the CodeCast podcast, Terry does a deep dive into the specifics so …
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Understanding Preventative Medicine Codes
November 1, 2022
This episode of the CodeCast Podcast discusses Preventative Medicine confusion and how to explain to your patients the difference between IPPE, AWV, and Routine Annual PEs. Terry Fletcher will explain …
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Top 10 Tuesday Q&A – Telehealth Compliance Risks
October 25, 2022
HHS recently published a data brief on Telehealth Compliance Risks during the first year of the pandemic. It outlines what they are investigating, what you should be aware of, and …
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The front desk is your starting point for an efficient office
October 18, 2022
In this episode of the CodeCast podcast, Terry Fletcher discusses the front desk staff and how they are key to a practice’s success. Tune in to find out how you …
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Using The 25 Modifier Correctly
October 11, 2022
Making the Decision to use -25 can be a tough one because first, you need to know if the “significant separately identifiable” CPT definition was met. Second, the coding provider …
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Time-Based EM Coding
October 4, 2022
When a provider uses time as the factor to determine the level of care, how do they document what elements were done regarding that time? A statement that says “greater …
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Top 10 Tuesday Q&A – No Surprises Act Top
September 27, 2022
The No Surprises Act took effect on January 1, 2022, and has had dramatic effects on how U.S. healthcare providers are required to conduct their business operations. The NSA seeks …
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