All Articles Written by Kary Chasteen, CPC - Chief Operating Officer
All Articles Written by Kary Chasteen, CPC - Chief Operating Officer
Welcome to the archived list of all medical billing articles written and posted to the site by Kary Chasteen, CPC - Chief Operating Officer.
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A Guide to Radiology and Imaging Coding
Radiology and imaging services are a critical part of modern healthcare. These services enable medical professionals to diagnose and treat various conditions with precision and accuracy. However, delivering these services comes with a complex web of documentation, reimbursement, and compliance requirements. At the heart of this process is radiology and imaging coding—a specialized domain of medical coding. It involves the precise classification and reporting of radiological procedures and imaging tests using a standardized system of codes. This article provides an in-depth look at radiology and imaging coding, highlighting its importance, core coding systems, common challenges, and best practices. The Importance of Radiology and Imaging Coding Radiology coding plays a significant …
A Guide for Accurately Coding Surgical Procedures
Coding for surgical procedures is a complex yet essential aspect of medical billing and healthcare management. Accurate coding ensures that healthcare providers receive appropriate reimbursement for their services and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations. This article will provide comprehensive tips for coding surgical procedures, highlighting best practices, common pitfalls, and strategies to improve accuracy and efficiency. Medical coding is a crucial process in healthcare, involving the translation of medical procedures, diagnoses, and services into standardized codes. These codes are used for billing purposes, insurance claims, and maintaining patient records. Surgical procedures, given their complexity, require meticulous attention to detail in coding to avoid errors that can lead to denied claims …
The Importance of Continuing Education for Medical Coders
Medical coding is a crucial aspect of the healthcare industry, playing a significant role in the accuracy of patient records, billing processes, and overall healthcare management. As the medical field continues to evolve with advancements in technology, updates in medical procedures, and changes in healthcare regulations, it is imperative for medical coders to pursue continuing education. This article explores the importance of continuing education for medical coders, highlighting its benefits, the challenges faced, and the opportunities available. Medical coders are responsible for translating medical procedures, diagnoses, and services into universal medical alphanumeric codes. These codes are used for billing purposes, insurance claims, and maintaining patient records. Given the dynamic nature …
Innovations in Healthcare Coding Technologies
Medical coding is a critical process in the healthcare industry, translating complex medical diagnoses, procedures, services, and equipment into universal alphanumeric codes. These codes are essential for billing, insurance claims, and maintaining patient records. Over the years, innovations in medical coding technologies have revolutionized the field, enhancing accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. This article explores these innovations and their impact on the healthcare industry. Introduction to Medical Coding Medical coding involves assigning standardized codes to various medical conditions and procedures. These codes, derived from systems such as the International Classification of Diseases (ICD), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), are crucial for various healthcare operations. Accurate …
We Are Hiring Another Medical Billing Specialist
We are expanding our staff and hiring again. We are seeking: 1. A medical billing specialist 2. At least 2 years of billing experience 3. Must be able work in our corporate office The position is full-time: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday Starting Pay: $20.00+ per hour on experience. If you meet this criteria: you’re welcome to apply at the link below. —————————————————————- Apply Here: Outsource Management Group Position —————————————————————- Please Note: This is not a remote or outsourced position. We do not hire remote billing staff or outsource any of our services to other firms. Our staff is located in our corporate offices Monday through Friday in …
