Archive for The Day of January 14th, 2014
Archive for the Day of January 14th, 2014
Welcome to the medical billing blog archive for the day of January 14th, 2014.
Here you will find links to every article added to the Outsource Management Group web site during January 14th, 2014.
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What costs go into your ICD-10 transition budget
With ICD-10 coming in October, having a budget in place for the transition is something that should already be done. “What costs go into your ICD-10 transition budget” is an article by Carl Natale on ICD-10 Watch that effectively explains the process for providers. Discusses planning and training times, business processes and more… Excerpt: “If you haven’t figured out an ICD-10 transition budget yet, it may be too late. But it’s a good idea to get a handle on what it will cost you. You need to account for costs associated with technology upgrades, training, testing, compensating for decreased productivity and support implementation activities. If you’re not sure what that …
6 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Medical Billing Partner
With ICD-10 coming in October, choosing a medical billing firm that you can trust to know the new system is something providers have to consider now more than ever. “6 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Medical Billing Partner” is an article by Physicians Practice discussing 6 important factors in determining whether a billing company is right for your practice… Excerpt: “1. What qualifications and credentials should I look for? The billing firm must have policies and procedures that maximize the efficiencies of practice work flow and minimize the time it takes to get paid. In the wake of the HIPAA Omnibus Rule, billing companies also must have a rigorous …
Why are providers suddenly so confident about ICD-10?
Why are providers suddenly so confident about ICD-10? is an article discussing recent survey results regarding providers and ICD-10… Excerpt: “For the past two or three years, ICD-10 surveys have all basically been the same. Filled with panic, confusion, distrust, and dismay, there is rarely anything positive to say about the industry’s blindfolded three-legged race towards October 1, 2014. However, new data from Navicure presents a different picture. For the first time, large numbers of providers are putting the words “ICD-10” and “optimism” in the same sentence, even as they admit in the next breath that they’re way behind on their preparations. Is this a good sign that the industry …
2W05X0Z Change Traction Apparatus on Back
ICD-10 Procedure Code – 2W05X0Z Utilized for the procedure of Changing a Traction Apparatus on the Back.
2W04XYZ Change Other Device on Chest Wall
ICD-10 Procedure Code – 2W04XYZ Utilized for the procedure of Changing Other Device on Chest Wall.
2W04X7Z Change Intermittent Pressure Device on Chest Wall
ICD-10 Procedure Code – 2W04X7Z Utilized for the procedure of Changing an Intermittent Pressure Device on Chest Wall.
2W04X6Z Change Pressure Dressing on Chest Wall
ICD-10 Procedure Code – 2W04X6Z Utilized for the procedure of Changing a Pressure Dressing on Chest Wall.
2W04X5Z Change Packing Material on Chest Wall
ICD-10 Procedure Code – 2W04X5Z Utilized for the procedure of Changing of Packing Material on Chest Wall.
2W04X4Z Change Bandage on Chest Wall
ICD-10 Procedure Code – 2W04X4Z Utilized for the procedure of Changing a Bandage on Chest Wall.
2W04X3Z Change Brace on Chest Wall
ICD-10 Procedure Code – 2W04X3Z Utilized for the procedure of Changing a Brace on Chest Wall.
