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Psychologists, therapists report bulk of cognitive therapy claims amid code swap

03/12/2018

Clinical psychologists outpaced other specialists when reporting cognitive-training code 97532, now deleted, yet all reporters, including occupational therapists and primary care providers, should take note of CMS’ guidance to use HCPCS code G0515 (Development of cognitive skills to improve attention, memory, problem solving [includes compensatory training], direct [one-on-one] patient contact, each 15 minutes) in its place in 2018.

Knee X-ray codes go down easy – except for some modifier combos

03/05/2018

by: Roy Edroso

The five CPT knee X-ray codes have relatively low denial rates – except for a bit of mayhem with the two least-used codes.

Hiring NPPs can add value, satisfaction, revenue to your practice; assess your fit

03/05/2018

by: Richard Scott

When considering the benefits of bringing on additional non-physician practitioners (NPPs) to deliver patient care, medical practices may wind up enumerating a checklist of business objectives — how to increase revenue, enhance patient satisfaction, create more flexible care delivery and sensibly plan for the future of health care.

EHR switch requires communication, definite contract terms — and patience

03/05/2018

by: Roy Edroso

If you’re thinking of switching electronic health records (EHRs) but are afraid of the potential hassle, don’t be intimidated: know your rights, ask the right questions and get answers in writing — especially when it comes to your new contract.

Vendor’s improper disposal of equipment can expose PHI, create PR nightmare

03/05/2018

by: Marla Durben Hirsch

Tread carefully when you rely on a third-party vendor to dispose of equipment that may contain patient protected health information (PHI). You may still suffer breach-related headaches even if the vendor assured you that it deleted the information.

Without face-to-face visit, you’re stuck holding the bag on prolonged care

03/05/2018

by: Richard Scott

Part B News recently fielded two questions about prolonged services when a face-to-face visit has not occurred:

How to find a HIPAA-compliant disposal vendor

03/05/2018

by: Marla Durben Hirsch

While there are many third parties that can dispose of a practice’s equipment and other materials that hold protected health information (PHI), that doesn’t mean that they’re doing so properly. Here are five questions you should ask a prospective vendor before you hand over your equipment:

Knee X-ray codes go down easy — except for some modifier combos

03/05/2018

by: Roy Edroso

The five CPT knee X-ray codes have relatively low denial rates — except for a bit of mayhem with the two least-used codes.

Is it finally time for telemedicine? Experts say there are opportunities, but no rush

02/26/2018

by: Roy Edroso

You may have good reasons to wait on adopting telehealth, experts say, but if you’re prepared to take advantage of specific opportunities that can make telehealth cost-effective and even profitable, you should explore them now.

Medicare opens up therapy program for heart patients; report up to 36 sessions

02/26/2018

by: Richard Scott

Establish a program to provide exercise therapy to patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD) and pay attention to billing specifics, such as supervision requirements and diagnosis codes, to take advantage of a new revenue opportunity that your Medicare administrative contractor (MAC) will soon be offering.

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