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Navigating the world of dermatology billing can sometimes feel like walking a tightrope, especially when it comes to minor surgical services. These procedures, though routine, are critical for patient care—whether...

As of January 1, 2024, Medicare (CMS) will implement new edits to prevent payment of the complexity add-on HCPCS code G2211 when associated with an office and outpatient (O/O) evaluation...

What is Incident to Billing? Incident-to billing allows non-physician providers (NPP), such as Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants, to render follow-up services to patients under the direct supervision of a...

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,...

Unpacking 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...

Dermatology 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...

Many 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...

Dermatologists 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...

Mohs 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...

The 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...