Know more about Amyloid Imaging. Evidence for Amyloid Scanning (IDEAS) Study is a Medicare-approved coverage with evidence development (CED) procedure. This nuclear medicine procedure uses positron emission tomography (PET) imaging to examine how amyloid plaques (a core feature of Alzheimer?s disease) in the brain help to guide doctors in patient treatment, and … [Read more...] about Know more about Amyloid Imaging
Coding News
New modifier for Hemodialysis
New modifier for Hemodialysis. Hemodialysis is typically furnished three times per week in sessions of three to five hours duration, according to Medicare policy. For a 30-day month, payment is limited to 13 treatments and for a 31-day month, payment is limited to 14 treatments. Append Modifier CG, policy criteria apply to the claim line for the date of … [Read more...] about New modifier for Hemodialysis
Changes in Bunionectomy Coding for 2017
Changes in Bunionectomy Coding for 2017. Let?s look at how bunionectomy coding has changed for 2017. 28291 Hallux rigidus correction with cheilectomy, debridement and capsular release of the first metatarsophalangeal joint; with implant CPT(R) code 28291 was added to report hallux rigidus (bunion) correction with implant; and revised code 28289 Hallux … [Read more...] about Changes in Bunionectomy Coding for 2017
ICD 10 Coding for Keratosis
ICD 10 Coding for Keratosis. Actinic keratosis (AK) is a small, rough spot on the skin. It usually occurs in middle-aged and older individuals, and may also be called senile keratosis or solar keratosis. AK is a premalignant lesion, which may develop into skin cancer. Although clinicians generally can diagnose AK by examining the area, biopsy may be … [Read more...] about ICD 10 Coding for Keratosis
Latest Updates on IPPS and LTCH by CMS
Latest Updates on IPPS and LTCH by CMS. IPPS and LTCH: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a proposed rule April 14 that would update 2018 Medicare payment and policies in the Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) and Long-term Care Hospitals Prospective Payment System (LTCH PPS). The proposed changes apply to approximately … [Read more...] about Latest Updates on IPPS and LTCH by CMS