Proper Use of Evaluation and Management (E/M) Codes

Knowledge is Power Knowledge is power when it comes to E/M coding and documentation. A working knowledge of E/M coding is the best way to ensure optimal compliance and to avoid inadvertently under- or over-coding when describing evaluation and management. Physicians that understand the idiosyncratic process of E/M coding documentation command a higher rate of…

Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant Training is now available as part of Library Membership! This official training is for those who wish to certify through the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB). The KMC University Library is an online resource for chiropractors and their teams that provides access to a vast array of educational materials and resources related to Medicare, documentation, billing, coding, compliance, and the business aspects of running a chiropractic practice. It can help chiropractors and their teams stay up-to-date on the latest regulations and best practices, as well as save time and money by avoiding costly mistakes. Click here to learn more.

Documentation Drives Coding

Download Support Tool Far too often, we find a fancy code (maybe a new code) and want to find a way to charge for it. This is completely backward. Documentation must drive coding. This simple visual reminder outlines the process of starting with the documentation and coding from there. Utilize this concept to reinforce the…

Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant Training is now available as part of Library Membership! This official training is for those who wish to certify through the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB). The KMC University Library is an online resource for chiropractors and their teams that provides access to a vast array of educational materials and resources related to Medicare, documentation, billing, coding, compliance, and the business aspects of running a chiropractic practice. It can help chiropractors and their teams stay up-to-date on the latest regulations and best practices, as well as save time and money by avoiding costly mistakes. Click here to learn more.

Procedure Coding Basics

The language of coding for chiropractic procedures is reported with CPT codes. Although a Chiropractic Assistant may work in a clinic in which the doctor manages the coding of procedures, the CA should be able to identify the codes and the intent in order to be of assistance. CAs who understand procedure codes can assist…

Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant Training is now available as part of Library Membership! This official training is for those who wish to certify through the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB). The KMC University Library is an online resource for chiropractors and their teams that provides access to a vast array of educational materials and resources related to Medicare, documentation, billing, coding, compliance, and the business aspects of running a chiropractic practice. It can help chiropractors and their teams stay up-to-date on the latest regulations and best practices, as well as save time and money by avoiding costly mistakes. Click here to learn more.

Chiropractic Coding Terms & Acronyms

Download Support Tool In the world of CPT coding, there are many unfamiliar words and terms to learn. As a Clinical CA, you may not need to know as much as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC), but you should be familiar with the codes used in your office. This tool is an excellent resource to…

Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant Training is now available as part of Library Membership! This official training is for those who wish to certify through the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB). The KMC University Library is an online resource for chiropractors and their teams that provides access to a vast array of educational materials and resources related to Medicare, documentation, billing, coding, compliance, and the business aspects of running a chiropractic practice. It can help chiropractors and their teams stay up-to-date on the latest regulations and best practices, as well as save time and money by avoiding costly mistakes. Click here to learn more.

The Ethics of Procedure Coding in Healthcare

It is the obligation of all team members to maintain ethical standards in practice, policy, and all facets of health care practice. Providers can get into difficulty if coding and documentation are incongruent. There is a right way to document and code the procedures performed. Since annual changes to coding may apply to the practice,…

Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant Training is now available as part of Library Membership! This official training is for those who wish to certify through the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB). The KMC University Library is an online resource for chiropractors and their teams that provides access to a vast array of educational materials and resources related to Medicare, documentation, billing, coding, compliance, and the business aspects of running a chiropractic practice. It can help chiropractors and their teams stay up-to-date on the latest regulations and best practices, as well as save time and money by avoiding costly mistakes. Click here to learn more.

Amending the Medical Record

After seeing a patient, providers must sign off and close out (or lock) treatment notes once they feel they are complete. But what do providers do when they realize they must add or make a correction to a signed note? There are specific rules in place for these “amendments.”  Once an error is found, or…

Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant Training is now available as part of Library Membership! This official training is for those who wish to certify through the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB). The KMC University Library is an online resource for chiropractors and their teams that provides access to a vast array of educational materials and resources related to Medicare, documentation, billing, coding, compliance, and the business aspects of running a chiropractic practice. It can help chiropractors and their teams stay up-to-date on the latest regulations and best practices, as well as save time and money by avoiding costly mistakes. Click here to learn more.