** The coding information and guidance are valid at the time of publishing. Learners are encouraged to research subsequent official guidance in the areas associated with the topic as they can change rapidly.
2025: The Year We Audit Every Nook and Cranny of Interventional Radiology CPT Coding
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) is turning a keen eye toward lower extremity revascularization procedures this year. That's right, in the world of interventional radiology, it's audit season—like tax season but with more leg work (literally). Why Legs Are...
Navigating the Complexities of Injection and Infusion Coding: Key Challenges and Best Practices
Coding for injection and infusion administrations is often more intricate than it first appears. Various factors, such as the method of administration, the specific medications used, and the timing of treatments, all play a role in how these services are...
April 1, 2025 ICD-10-CM Code Updates Include Sweeping Changes to Coding Diagnostic Tests for COVID-19
Although the public health emergency (PHE) for COVID-19 ended on May 11, 2023, we continue to see updates to the COVID-19 guidelines to align us with the post pandemic environment. The first wave of guideline updates came in October 2023 (see our blog titled Coding...
April 2025 ICD-10-PCS Updates Include New Obstetrical Codes
On April 1, 2025, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is introducing 50 new codes, deleting 12 codes, and revising 2 code titles. It’s been several years since we’ve seen changes to obstetrical codes, but for this update, there are two to note. Code...
Webinar Q&A: Midyear ICD-10-CM Coding Updates
This page addresses follow-up questions and additional information pertinent to our webinar Midyear ICD-10-CM Coding Updates. ** The coding information and guidance are valid at the time of publishing. Learners are encouraged to researchsubsequent official guidance in...
Webinar Q&A: Midyear ICD-10-PCS Coding Updates
This page addresses follow-up questions and additional information pertinent to our webinar Midyear ICD-10-PCS Coding Updates. ** The coding information and guidance are valid at the time of publishing. Learners are encouraged to researchsubsequent official guidance...
Webinar Q&A: The 2025 CMS Coding Updates ‘G’ Codes and More
This page addresses follow-up questions and additional information pertinent to our webinar The 2025 CMS Coding Updates ‘G’ Codes and More. ** The coding information and guidance are valid at the time of publishing. Learners are encouraged to research subsequent...
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Cracking the Code: 2025 CMS HCPCS Updates & Guidance
“Can a clinical social worker or a family therapist bill for interprofessional consultations?” “Is there a code for reporting risk management services for a patient with ASCVD?” “How do we report a virtual check-in visit for a Medicare patient in 2025?” The answer to...
Skin Cell Suspension Autograft (SCSA) Coding for 2025
Skin cell suspension autografting or SCSA has been developed as a direct, spray-on type of graft application of the patient’s own harvested and processed skin cells. It can be used on thermal burn injuries, degloving injuries or areas where skin tissue has been...