Coding and Documentation

Experts agree that when it comes to combatting the opioid crisis, physicians need to shift their mindset and start focusing on data integrity.

New study casts doubt on whether scribes ease doctors’ paperwork burden

Four for adult vaccines effective immediately, four pending approval for youths.

Understand the proper use of modifiers 54, 55 and 56.

Can you tell the difference between an annual physical exam and an Annual Wellness Visit (AWV)?

There are more differences than you might think.

Sutures are a common element of the wound closure performed immediately after a surgical procedure, and occasionally may be reimbursed separately.

Keep these tips in mind when documenting and billing for venipuncture.

To payers, these visits tell a completely different story about the work that’s required to treat a patient.