July 12, 2024 Auditing Complex Surgeries By: Jennifer McNamara, CPC,CCS,CRC,CPMA,CDEO,COSC,CGSC,COPC,CPC-I Medical Auditors are important members of the revenue cycle. They are responsible for monitoring coding and billing compliance and helping to reduce financial risk in healthcare organizations. Seasoned auditors will review highly complex services, such as surgeries performed on the spine. These surgeries require…
July 5, 2024 By: Mary A Curry, BS, CPC, CPMA Auditing the Global Package When auditing provider services, what is the best method to approach the concept of a global package? Some rental companies provide a renter with all-inclusive pricing for an apartment. The payment arrangement covers heating, electricity, water, and garbage for the…
June 28, 2024 By: Ashely Harless Biopsy vs Removal: A better understanding I was in an AAPC workshop with several doctors once, and when we reached integumentary day, biopsy vs. removal became a hot topic. The instructor knew I specialized in dermatologic coding and turned the conversation over to me. I was scared that I…
May 10, 2024 | By: LaDonna D. Brown CPC, CPMA, CEMA When I was asked if I would like to be a contributor to NAMAS May articles, my first thought was absolutely. This is particularly timely as May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a crucial period for coders and auditors to reflect on the importance…
February 16, 2024 | By Jennifer McNamara, CCS, CPC, CDEO, CPMA, CRC, COSC, CGSC, COPC, AAPC Approved Instructor | CEO, Healthcare Inspired, LLC Beyond Box Checking Compliance with reporting Evaluation and Management (E/M) services often takes center stage and has received much attention in recent years. They are the main revenue stream for Primary Care…