Physicians Practice October 5, 2022
Dodge these common problems with medical coding.
Q:Can you give us the most common coding problems that you’ve found?
A: As I have worked with providers across the country, I’ve found many challenges in medical coding of CPT and ICD-10 codes. Each time I work with a new office, I find that the same questions and problems are shared by all of us. I’ve broken down those challenges that seem to cause sleepless lights.
Not coding the highest level
When it comes to ICD-10 coding, a coder’s job is to code to the highest level of specificity. This means detailing and abstracting the most information out of the medical reports from the provider and taking accurate notes. It also means...
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