Latest Updates on Pathology CPT Codes 2026
Pathologists rely on standardized CPT codes to report laboratory and surgical pathology services accurately. The AMA’s 2026 CPT code set introduces dozens of new pathology and laboratory codes, revises many existing codes, and deletes obsolete ones. Healthcare providers and pathology billing services must update their coding manuals and billing systems to reflect these changes. In […]
Documentation Requirements for Neurosurgery CPT Codes
Neurosurgery practices face nearly double the 5-10% average across other medical specialties, with an 18% claim denial rate. The primary reason isn’t incorrect Neurosurgery CPT codes or lack of medical necessity, but inadequate documentation. When operative reports miss critical details about procedures performed, or when medical records fail to justify why surgery was necessary, insurance […]
Understanding DME HCPCS Codes: The Key to Accurate Medical Equipment Billing
When you hear the term DME HCPCS Codes, it refers to a standardized set of codes used to describe durable medical equipment (DME), supplies, and non‑physician services for billing and insurance claims. The acronym HCPCS stands for Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)’ Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System. The “DME” part indicates that these […]
Complete Guide for CPT Code 97598 Wound Care Billing
Wound care billing confuses even experienced coders. CPT code 97598 sits at the center of this complexity. Understanding how to use this code correctly protects your practice’s revenue and prevents claim denials. This guide explains everything you need to know about CPT 97598 in clear, practical terms. If you want fewer denials and cleaner documentation, […]
A Comprehensive Guide to the 2026 CPT Codes for Genetic Testing
Genetic testing plays a critical role in diagnosing hereditary conditions, guiding treatment decisions, and predicting disease risks. As technology advances, medical billing and coding must keep pace. The 2026 CPT code updates introduce several new genetic testing codes, impacting medical practices, laboratories, and insurance reimbursement. If you handle medical coding, billing, or revenue cycle management […]
How to Accurately Code Major Depressive Disorder ICD 10
Major Depressive Disorder is one of the most common mental health diagnoses in healthcare. Getting the ICD-10 code right matters for billing, compliance, and accurate patient records. Accurate coding of major depressive disorder ICD 10 is crucial for proper billing and compliance. This guide explains how to choose the correct code every time. Accurate ICD-10 […]
Pediatric CPT Codes Breakdown by Age Groups
Age-specific errors in pediatric CPT codes cost practices thousands monthly, yet they’re completely preventable once you know the exact cutoffs. Bill a five-year-old’s checkup with an infant code, and watch your claim get rejected within 48 hours. Use 99382 instead of 99383 for that same visit, and you’ve just underbilled by $30. Pediatric billing and […]
Common Wound Care CPT Codes With Documentation Requirements
If you’ve ever stared at a wound care claim, wondering which code to use, or worse, had one denied because you picked the wrong one, you’re in the right place – and wound care billing services can help you avoid costly coding and documentation errors. Wound care CPT codes confuse even experienced coders with surface […]
2026 GI Coding Cheat Sheet: Accurate Reporting and Reimbursement for Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) ensures that gastroenterology practices have effective methods for accurate reporting and fair reimbursement for procedures, tests, and visits. To help healthcare providers handle GI-specific coding, ASGE has created coding cheat sheets. These sheets offer a concise overview, supporting practices in accurate coding and reimbursement for 2026. Simplify Your […]
CPT Code 93306: Clinical, Documentation & Billing Guide
Echocardiography brings in solid revenue for cardiology practices. It also brings claim denials when documentation falls short. CPT code 93306 accounts for a big chunk of these claims. Get it wrong, and you’re either fighting denials or leaving money on the table. The transthoracic echocardiogram CPT code requires four imaging components: two-dimensional real-time imaging, M-mode […]