Documentation for Interventional Radiology Many interventional radiologists believe their only audience is the referring physician and fails to remember that there is a larger financial audience which includes medical coders, insurance carriers, auditors, and reviewers to name a few. Even though you know in detail the procedure you performed, unless it is clearly documented using […]
Defining Modifier 25 Modifier 25 is a significant, separately identifiable evaluation and management service by the same physician or other qualified health care professional on the same day of the procedure or other service. It may be necessary to indicate that on the day a procedure or service identified by a CPT code was performed, […]
When researching your options for telehealth and telehealth solutions, you will likely hear about the two forms of telehealth: synchronous and asynchronous. Understanding how these forms of telehealth differ and what makes each a worthwhile form to consider is critical to achieving the goals of your telehealth program. In this blog, we will define these […]
In the 2020 CPT codes set, CMS six released new codes to report online digital evaluation services or e-visits. The codes describe patient-initiated digital communications provided by physicians or other qualified health professionals, codes are 99421, 99422, and 99423. Three others who describe similar interactions when they involve a nonphysician health professional are 98970, 98971, […]
The patient reimbursement model plays a crucial role in patient satisfaction, providers are always trying to improve the patient experience by reducing the cost of service. Most providers use a fee-for-service (FFS) model, which incentivizes physicians based on the number of services provided instead of the quality of care. However value-based care seeks to change […]
The 2022 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule released on November 2, 2021, by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) added certain services to the Medicare telehealth services list through December 31, 2023. Last year, CMS included temporary ‘Category 3’ services to the Medicare services list for the duration of the COVID-19 public […]
On November 2, 2021, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule that includes updates on policy changes for Medicare payments under the Physician Fee Schedule (PFS), and other Medicare Part B issues, on or after January 1, 2022. In the final rule of the 2022 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, the […]
Basics of Medicare Physician Fee Schedule As the name suggests Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) is a complete listing of fees used by Medicare to pay doctors or other providers/suppliers. This comprehensive listing of fee maximums is used to reimburse a physician and/or other providers on a fee-for-service basis. Medicare Part B pays for physician […]
In the year 2021, we observed increased use of telehealth services as patients look for ways to continue their treatment while following physical distancing guidelines. This also created unique scenarios including patients and providers in different states during telepsychiatry sessions. When engaging in interstate practice, psychologists should comply with all relevant laws and regulations, both […]
A common misconception is that older adults have either no interest in the use of technology or cannot use technology platforms. But recent survey report says otherwise, 7 in 10 older adults know how to utilize a computer, smartphone, or tablet with internet access at home. Older adults want to adopt new technology but face […]
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