Download Support Tool The Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) is a set of codes that describe certain situations in healthcare. There are both Level I and II options, but our profession deals most often with Level II. HCPCS Level II is a standardized coding system used primarily to name products, supplies, and services not…
Billing and Coding Considerations for Orthotics
All codes are not the same – just because a code is covered by a health plan, it doesn’t mean it describes the functional orthotic being prescribed in your practice. Likewise, although we know that functional orthotics are proven to make a difference in lower back and other spinal pain that doesn’t mean the patient has a benefit for that diagnosis. This overview tutorial outlines best practices for proper HCPCS coding, modifiers, and ICD-10 coding necessary for payment.
Proper Use of S8990
Code S8990 & Maintenance Care Service codes (CPT/HCPCS) tell a third party what you are doing with the patient. As with all coding, even maintenance care must be properly coded to clearly communicate in the patient record within your software, and for any authorized third-party that may have access to this data. S8990 Explanation Definition…
Coding Maintenance Care
Coding the Type of Service Rendered Many Doctors of Chiropractic enjoy providing wellness and preventative maintenance care, in addition to active and pain relief care. Sometimes, it is the exclusive care of an office. Some third-party payors have rules about reporting these types of care to them and/or the patients. In this quick tutorial we …