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Understanding Basics of Ambulatory Coding

Before we dive into understanding the basics of ambulatory coding, let’s define Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASC). Defining Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASC) The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) defines Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASCs) as facilities that provide same-day surgical care, including diagnostic and preventive procedures. ASCs are also sometimes referred to as outpatient surgery […]

Ambulance Transportation CPT Codes and Modifiers

Ambulance transportation services that are covered in Medicare part B covers ground ambulance transportation when a patient needs to be transported to a hospital, critical access hospital, or skilled nursing facility for medically necessary services while the transportation in another vehicle could be hazardous for patient’s health. However, ambulance transportation has certain risks. The risk […]

Top 4 Tips to Improve Ambulance Transportation Revenue

Ambulance billing is made up of unique rules and regulations governing the entire process. Deep knowledge of the same ensures a smooth revenue cycle enabling full reimbursement. Every year brings with it a new set of regulations, also bringing with it a significant change in the process of billing. In order to make sure continued […]