The ever-evolving landscape of medical coding sees 349 changes in the 2024 Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) updates, encompassing 225 additions, 75 deletions, and 93 revisions. While Dermatology experiences minimal alterations,...
Read MoreUnpacking Factors Affecting Q1 Revenues In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, dermatology practices find themselves at the intersection of medical expertise and financial acumen. As we approach the end of...
Read MoreDermatology billing and coding can be a complex landscape to navigate. Understanding the endless rules, regulations, and modifiers is challenging at best. In this article, we'll focus on two essential...
Read MoreMany dermatologists in private practice have a Mohs surgeon(s) as part of their group. Practices that have a large Medicare population and/or support other dermatology practices in the area that...
Read MoreDermatologists are acutely aware of the significant provider shortages in the market. The challenges of sourcing high-quality staff for billing and recruiting Physician's Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, as well as M.D.s...
Read MoreMohs Micrographic Surgery (MMS) is a precise and effective technique for treating specific skin tumors and cancers. It aims to achieve high cure rates while minimizing tissue damage in critical...
Read MoreThe CY 2024 Proposed Rule for the Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) brings updates to payment rates for dermatologists as mandated by law. These proposed changes aim to balance payment adjustments...
Read MoreMy goal as a dermatology-billing expert has always been dedicated to providing accurate, up-to-date advice on coding and billing-related processes. One topic (and challenge) that often arises in medical billing,...
Read MoreOverview of the JW and JZ Modifier A growing number of prescription drugs, including some of the most expensive ones, are dispensed in variable doses that are administered based on...
Read MoreKey Documentation Requirements and Coding Guidelines for Dermatologists Contact or Irritant Dermatitis is one of the most difficult diagnosis to make with respect to identifying the offending agent. The list...
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