Introduction Patients and healthcare professionals often use terms like preventive visit, initial preventive visit, annual well visit, and annual well woman visit interchangeably. However, each term refers to a distinct type of exam, each with its own specific codes, definitions, and coverage. This article aims to clear up the confusion surrounding these terms and provide...Read More
In today’s evolving healthcare environment, hospitals are facing an increasing number of inpatient denials, presenting challenges that demand proactive strategies for resolution and prevention. Understanding the types of denials and implementing effective measures can significantly impact the appeal success rate and mitigate financial losses. Let’s delve into the intricacies of coding and clinical validity denials...Read More
As a medical billing and coding company, it’s crucial to stay informed about the latest updates in Medicare policies to ensure accurate billing and reimbursement for healthcare providers. In 2024, several significant changes have been implemented regarding the Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule (CLFS) and travel allowance fees for specimen collection services for Medicare patients. Let’s...Read More
In January 2024, CMS introduced a significant change in evaluation and management (E/M) coding with the addition of HCPCS code G2211. This add-on code is specifically designed to recognize the additional resources associated with primary care or ongoing care related to a patient’s single, serious, or complex chronic condition within a longitudinal care relationship. Key...Read More
As a leading medical billing and coding company, COMMIT Services aims to keep our clients informed about the latest developments in healthcare reimbursement. Recently, Congress approved a federal spending deal that provides partial relief to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) cuts that took effect on January 1, 2024. This significant move includes a 1.7%...Read More
In today’s dynamic healthcare landscape, healthcare providers are facing a significant rise in patient financial responsibility. As patients shoulder a larger portion of healthcare costs, healthcare providers must adapt their medical billing processes to ensure efficient and effective collection of patient payments. Here are some key strategies to enhance the collection of patient financial responsibility:...Read More
CMS Responds to Change Healthcare Cyberattack: What Providers Need to Know In response to the recent cyberattack on Change Healthcare, the Centers for Medicaid & Medicare Services (CMS) has announced significant flexibilities aimed at supporting healthcare providers during this challenging period. As a leading medical billing and coding company, Commit Services understands the critical importance...Read More
Chronic sinusitis remains a pervasive challenge for both patients and ENT specialists, often leading to debilitating symptoms and recurrent infections. However, amidst these challenges, the emergence of PROPEL stands as a beacon of hope, offering a revolutionary approach to sinusitis management. PROPEL represents a groundbreaking drug-eluting sinus implant designed to target the underlying causes of...Read More
Introduction: The field of Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) has witnessed remarkable advancements in recent years, particularly in the realm of minimally invasive surgery. These breakthroughs have revolutionized the treatment of common ENT disorders such as sinusitis, tonsillitis, and thyroid disorders. In this article, we will explore the latest innovations in minimally invasive ENT procedures...Read More
In today’s dynamic healthcare landscape, billing and coding firms adopt data analytics for efficiency and accuracy. Through advanced tools, they analyze data, uncover trends, and optimize revenue management. This approach enhances operational performance in a dynamic industry. Data analytics enables medical billing and coding companies to gain a comprehensive understanding of their operations, identify areas...Read More
