No Distractions, Just Growth: The NAMAS Difference Author: Shannon O. DeConda Date: October 18, 2024 Over the past 16 years, the NAMAS Conference has transformed in many ways, but one thing has remained constant: its commitment to delivering exceptional education. This enduring dedication to education is the reason I am so passionate about hosting the…
Understanding Immunizations/ Vaccines the Who, the What and the Codes Published: October 11, 2024 Author: Andrea McGuire CMPE, CPPM, CEMA, COSC, CPC Ever since COVID happened, I have heard a lot about immunizations and how some people feel about them. This article isn’t about my feelings on immunizations or vaccines, it is about the who, the…
Understanding Independent Interpretation in E/M Coding: Three Essential Requirements Shannon O. DeConda, CPC, CPMA, CEMA, CPA-EDU October 4, 2024 In the realm of Evaluation and Management (E/M) coding, independent interpretation is an often misunderstood component of the Medical Decision Making (MDM) table. Proper documentation of independent interpretation is required to impact the MDM and, consequently,…