Commonly Used Modifiers in Procedure Coding

Download Support Tools Doctors communicate their clinical procedures, services, and dispensing DMEPOS (Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies) through CPT and HCPCS II coding to third party payers, and for in house billing.  There are times when claims get denied because the payer needed additional detail attached to a CPT or HCPCS II code,…

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Mastering Timed Coding Rules

It can be a challenge to navigate the world of timed codes. The first step is to have a solid understanding of the different types of procedure codes such as supervised modalities, constant attendance modalities and therapeutic procedures. This tutorial provides a nice simple breakdown of each of the levels of service.

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Common Chiropractic Modalities & Procedures

Support Tool This list of the common ancillary services provided in a chiropractic clinic along with their elements is a great memorization tool. Be sure to download this resource as a coding resource and/or study session resource. Common Modalities & Procedures

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A Closer Look at Chiropractic Manipulative Treatment (CMT) Codes

The Regions of CMT  Chiropractic manipulative treatment (CMT) is a form of manual manipulation (adjustment) used to improve joint and neurophysiological function. It can be accomplished by a variety of techniques. The Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) selects the CMT code that best describes the manipulative treatment administered to the patient on the date of service….

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.

Correct Coding of X-ray Services

X-ray Fundamentals X-ray codes are found in the 70000 section of your CPT coding manual. X-rays are common and helpful tools used for diagnostic purposes. It is important to note that X-rays should not necessarily be ‘automatic’ with each new patient encounter; films should be clinically indicated and documented before they are utilized and subsequently…

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.

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.