At the beginning of every year, medical professionals and healthcare providers must keep abreast of changes brought about by new Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes. 2023 marks numerous changes including deletion of several codes previously in use. We will take a look at what this means for healthcare. The Importance of Staying Up-to-Date with CPT […]
Essential Guide to Laboratory Billing
Definition of Laboratory Billing Company A lab billing company is a medical billing company that specializes in billing and collecting payments for laboratory services provided by healthcare providers such as hospitals, clinics, and private laboratories. B. Importance of Laboratory Billing Laboratory billing plays a critical role in the healthcare reimbursement process, as it ensures that […]
What is AOB in Medical Billing
Understand medical billing systems can be daunting, particularly when encountering unfamiliar terms like AOB (Assignment of Benefits). AOB refers to an assignment process which transfers insurance benefits from policyholders directly to healthcare providers and vice versa. We’ll explore in more depth what AOB means in healthcare here. What is Assignment of Benefits in Medical Billing? […]
What Is a J-Code In Medical Billing?
J Code refers to a CMS-issued Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Level II alphanumeric code that identifies and describes a medicinal product. CMS developed the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) for reporting medical services and procedures. This system has various medical coding levels. J-code is a subset of HSPCS level II codes, out […]
What is Entity Code in Medical Billing
Medical billing is a complex process that involves various codes and terminologies. One such code is the entity code in medical billing, which is used to identify the entity that is responsible for paying for the medical services. Entity Code in Medical Billing? Entity codes are a type of identifier used in medical billing to […]
99213 CPT Code & Implications for Medical Practices
In the medical field, the 99213 CPT code is used to bill for an office visit. It is one of the most commonly used codes in the industry, but it can also be one of the most difficult to understand. CPT® code 99213: Established patient office visit, 20-29 minutes | American Medical Association. What is the 99213 […]
5 Tips to Improve the Quality of Your Laboratory Tests?
It is important to ensure that your laboratory tests are of the highest quality possible. Poorly conducted tests can lead to unreliable results, inaccurate diagnoses, and wasted time and money. Fortunately, there are many steps you can take to improve the quality of laboratory tests. In this blog post, we will provide 5 tips to […]
The EOB Explained: Understand Your Medical Bills
Have you ever received an Explanation of Benefits after submitting a medical bill? If so, you may have had questions about what it means and how it works. An EOB is a notification sent to you after processing a claim with your insurance provider. It gives you an overview of the total charges on your […]
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