CMS introduced new CPT codes for Chronic Pain Management (CPM) services in the 2023 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule as part of its ongoing effort to expand access to evidence-based treatme…
Arthrocentesis CPT Codes 20610, 20605, 20600 knee Injection
The joint effusion or the accumulation of intraarticular fluid can be caused by a variety of medical conditions, injuries, and infections. Arthrocentesis is the process of injecting joint fluid to es…
CPT Codes for Ultrasound of Liver and Gallbladder 76705, 76700
One CPT code can be used for multiple organs or anatomic sites in a Radiology facility. Radiology CPT codes fall into two categories: 70000 and 90000. Some medical coders become puzzled when coding M…
Acute Respiratory Failure with Hypoxia ICD 10 Codes
Respiratory failure is a syndrome that occurs when the respiratory system's gas exchange functions - oxygenation and carbon dioxide elimination - fail. The condition occurs when the capillaries, or s…
Meniscus Tear Right & Left Knee ICD-10 Codes
Meniscus tear is a tear in the cartilage of the knee is one of most common knee injuries. The meniscus is a piece of cartilage that between femur (thighbone) and tibia (shinbone). A tear in the menis…