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Heart Cath Coding Education That Stops Denials

1 simple ‘cross the aorta’ rule keeps 93510 denials at bay.
Matching “left heart catheterization” to 93510 (Left heart catheterization …) may seem like an easy day’s work. But not so fast. The cardiologist must meet and document a crucial left ventricle requirement for you to choose this code. Work your way through this case study […]

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‘Coding Error’ Fools 600 Vets Into Thinking They Had ALS

You already know correct coding is crucial, but here’s an unexpected reason to keep your coder’s cranium in top-notch condition.
Because of what the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs describes as a ‘coding error,’ 600 vets received letters that incorrectly led them to believe they had Lou Gehrig’s Disease, reports Associated Press. Reading something like that […]

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How Do I Code Defibrillator (AICD) Firing?

Question: A patient presented in our office and said that his defibrillator was firing. What diagnosis code is appropriate for this?

Answer: You’ll need a little more information on the cause of the firing to choose the proper code. Here are some specifics you need to ask about or look for in the note.
If the firing resulted from […]

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