ICD-10 implementation brings with it a host of concerns and relative anxiety to medical practices of all types. Until offices have begun to use the new guidelines, and fully assimilated their reporting and claims processes, there will be a period of uncertainty. Continue reading
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ICD-10 Readiness Checklist
Transitioning to ICD-10 is an intimidating process, but it doesn’t have to be. Clear, concise instructions are available through several different resource avenues. To ensure that your practice is ready for the transition, you can utilize the following checklist that outlines readiness tasks. Continue reading
How Will the ICD-10 Changes in Diabetes Codes Affect Endocrinologists?
The ICD-10 coding changes due to begin October 1st, 2015 will bring challenges to the field of Endocrinology and diabetes medical coding specifically. Continue reading
How to choose a contract medical coding company
Medical coding has revolutionized the financial aspect of medicine and has proven to be a fundamental component in any clinical practice. Use of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and International Classification of Diseases – Tenth Clinical Modification (ICD 10) systems of coding have brought better ways of optimizing medical records and preparation of claims enhancing revenue collection. Continue reading
How is Hospital Medical Coding Different from Physician Medical Coding
Physicians and hospitals depend upon accurate medical coding to ensure they are properly paid by patients and insurance companies. Coding is a very time-intensive, precision-oriented procedure, and errors caused by understaffed facilities or improperly trained coders can cost healthcare providers thousands of dollars a year. While medical coding is an integral part of business practice in all facilities, coding in doctors’ offices can be different than coding in hospitals and other larger institutions. Continue reading
How to Prepare for ICD-10 Medical Coding
The countdown to the implementation of ICD-10 medical coding is ticking away. As of October 1, 2015, all diagnosis reported or discharged as of that date will required to be coded utilizing the new coding guidelines. While some providers and other medical professionals have hoped for an extension to this deadline, that does not appear to be likely according to HHS. If you haven’t already begun, it’s time to start preparing for the changes. Continue reading
Medical Coding History – The Past, Present and Future
The topic of health care is quite hot these days. Everywhere people are talking about the changes that are happening in the Health Care Industry and how much it has affected their lives. One of the most talked about aspects is how medical billing has changed so dramatically over the years. Medical billing, when done correctly is fine, however, when done incorrectly, the mistakes can take years to clear up. Continue reading
Medical Coding Companies: The Affects of Obamacare
Everyone has been buzzing over the Affordable Care Act, dubbed “Obamacare”, since its inception. Insurers, the insured and politicians alike have all speculated how this healthcare reform will affect them, the economy, doctors and health care in general. But an entity we’ve heard little from are the medical coding companies. How are all these changes going to affect the way we run our companies? Continue reading
Top 10 Funniest ICD-10 Medical Codes
As well all know the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) is the standard diagnostic tool for medical coding companies. We use it for coding epidemiology and health management as well as clinical purposes. Continue reading
Medical Record Coding Audit Services in Chicago
When you need reliable, medical record coding audit services in Chicago, turn to Chicago-based Professional Dynamic Network to assist with standardized audits, compliance for government Medicaid and Medicare audits, RAC audits, internal auditing or for assistance with correct ICD-10 coding implementation and auditing protocols. Continue reading