The 2026 ICD-10-CM and CPT updates bring hundreds of new, revised, and deleted codes, plus tighter rules for modifier use. These changes impact reimbursement, compliance, and claim accuracy, making ...

Prior to the pandemic, Medicaid program coverage of audio-only telehealth services was limited. During the early stages of the pandemic, Medicaid beneficiaries were significantly less likely to ...

Medicare's pandemic-era telehealth flexibilities have been extended through December 31, 2027, preserving home-based access, geographic waivers, and audio-only options. The extension comes alongside ...

The use, or misuse, of Current Procedural Terminology code modifiers in physician compensation plans could lead to unintended cash compensation figures, according to an article from Integrated ...

Modifier -33 is attached to the lab CPT code for the cholesterol screening. ICD-9 code V77.91 (screening for lipoid disorders) is coded as an additional diagnosis. Modifier -33 is not required on ...

Current Procedural Terminology, perhaps better known by its abbreviation “CPT,” is the coding system the medical field uses to document healthcare services during a procedure. This system is extensive ...

For GI clinics and ASCs, accurate coding and documentation are critical to protecting reimbursement, reducing denials and withstanding payer audits. The list below highlights 20 high-volume procedures ...