Surgical osseointegrated bone prostheses have emerged as a popular alternative to hearing aids. Debbie Jones, CPC, CCA, defines how these devices work and how to report implantation, removal, and replacement of these devices in CPT.
Coders saw extensive code changes and expansion for ICD-10-CM category O35.- in 2023. Lori-Lynne A. Webb, CPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, COBG, reviews what coders need to know when reporting fetal conditions affecting the management of the mother.
This week’s Medicare updates include the CY 2024 End-Stage Renal Disease Prospective Payment System proposed rule, a fact sheet on the Enhancing Oncology Model, and more!
CMS introduced the inpatient-only list in 2001 to ensure patients who undergo complex, high-risk surgical procedures receive postoperative monitoring services in an inpatient setting.
This week’s Medicare updates include a report on national health expenditure projections, additions to the OIG’s Work Plan, tools for lowering prescription drug costs for low-income seniors and people with disabilities, and more!
