Los mejores podcasts de Codec (2025)

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AWV and Medical Necessity Extras 14:33

2d ago14:33

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When auditing Annual Wellness Visits (AWV), is the concept still the same as preventive exams concerning modifier 25? The AWV does not include managing medications or managing conditions. However, the rules need to see medical necessity for the E/M on the same date with a -25 modifier. Remember, patients do not have a share of cost of AWV’s so if y…

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Top 10 Tuesday Q&A – Happy New Year Edition 21:43

9d ago21:43

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This New Year’s Eve episode of the Top 10 Tuesday Q&A includes E/M Data questions, assistants at surgery, colon screenings, Telehealth extensions, and prescription drug management questions. It’s an episode you don’t want to miss. Happy New Year Everyone! Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.…

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Did We Get a Congressional Telehealth Gift for Christmas? 6:18

16d ago6:18

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In the final hour, Congress passed the American Relief Act. Telehealth was addressed and the geographical location was extended through March 2025. Terry give us the details from this HR bill in this short but sweet episode so you can enjoy your Christmas holiday. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – https://…

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Data Point – Review of Test or Independent Interpretation? 19:01

23d ago19:01

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E/M Coding still has confusion when capturing “data points” elements. When deciding to give credit for either an independent interpretation (CAT 2) or a review of test results (CAT 1) is an often misunderstood component of the Medical Decision Making (MDM) table. Proper documentation of independent interpretation is required to impact the MDM, and …

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CPT 2025 Looksee 20:51

1M ago20:51

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The 2025 CPT® codes will impact billing and coding across various specialties. The annual CPT® updates include new, revised, and deleted codes and coding guidelines effective Jan 1st, 2025. CPT® 2025 includes 270 new codes, 112 revised codes, and 49 deleted codes. There are no code changes for anesthesia, respiratory, or auditory services. The most…

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Coding Career Opportunities and Challenges 22:44

1M ago22:44

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Becoming a certified medical coder can be very exciting but also disheartening if you thought a job in coding would magically appear once you got your certification. In this episode of the CodeCast podcast, Terry discusses studying and test-taking tips for your certification, common misconceptions of job opportunities, and what it takes to persever…

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Thanksgiving ICD-10-CM: Be Safe and Thankful! 5:10

1M ago5:10

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Terry makes it quick and to the point in this Thanksgiving Day episode of the CodeCast Podcast. Terry gives you a fun list of ICD-10-CM related to our beloved family and friends’ holiday. Be safe and careful out there this holiday weekend: and enjoy! Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple…

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Top 10 Tuesday Q&A – RCM Workflow Mistakes 14:51

2M ago14:51

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Terry is back with another Top Ten Tuesday discussion. In this episode, she discusses front desk to billing office workflow mistakes, looking at patient demographics, insurance information, HMO referrals, PA’s, and data backups. Tune in to reset your RCM workflows. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – https:/…

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The 25 Modifier and More 12:03

2M ago12:03

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Today on the CodeCast podcast, Terry discusses best practices for the -25 Modifier, where to find her latest blog on the AAPC website, and what the MAHA (Make America Healthy Again) movement means to our country. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/codecast-medical-billi…

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CMS final rule is out and Telehealth is an issue 23:56

2M ago23:56

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CMS published the 2025 Final Rule on November 1st. Terry breaks down the highlights and gives you the facts on the Telehealth “mess” that could have 85% of Medicare patients without access to virtual care. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/codecast-medical-billing-codi…

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Why are TCM services receiving more denials than payments? 15:07

2M ago15:07

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Many practices have engaged in coding for TCM (Transitional Care Management) services but are finding that they are receiving more denials than payments. Terry breaks down why that is, and sheds light on what is needed to qualify billing for these services. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – https://podcast…

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AI in Medical Coding: What’s the Reality? 15:11

3M ago15:11

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Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to make substantial progress toward the goal of making healthcare more personalized, predictive, preventative, and interactive. However, AI-based systems raise concerns regarding data security and privacy. Because health records are important and vulnerable, hackers often target them during data breach…

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HIPAA violations your organizations should avoid 15:39

3M ago15:39

15:39

HIPAA has many privacy issues that most practices have in their HIPAA compliance manuals. However, current HIPAA violations are coming to light when employees purposefully search patient PHI for personal use or curiosity. This is not only a violation of privacy laws but could have a cascading effect if not stopped in its tracks. In this episode, Te…

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RCM Updates for 4th Quarter 18:13

3M ago18:13

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In this edition of the CodeCast podcast, Terry discusses the “subtle changes” to look for in the ICD-10-CM updates effective October 1st. Also, Terry clears up understanding the UHC Gold Card Program, and what CMS looks at when they send you a denial. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.appl…

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Telemedicine “Webside Manner” 14:23

3M ago14:23

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According to the AMA, most physicians lack training in “webside manner.” Researchers from the University of Michigan Medical School and the Veterans Affairs Ann Arbor Healthcare System surveyed 1,213 patients from their respective institutions to measure preferences regarding the visual background seen during a video visit. Today’s CodeCast podcast…

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Charging patients cash for “insurance covered” services 15:26

4M ago15:26

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Many practices offer cash payment options to avoid insurance billing, hoping to reduce administrative burden or boost revenue. However, this practice of charging cash for services that could be billed to and covered by a patient’s insurance plan raises serious compliance concerns. Federal law and insurance contracts generally prohibit this practice…

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Sometimes the rules are as “clear as mud” 19:17

4M ago19:17

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Sometimes there are coding, compliance, and billing questions that we struggle to find answers to in any published guidance or specific regulatory rules. This week on the CodeCast podcast, Terry brings up three specific questions that we are always hunting for answers to and the best way to deal with them. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to …

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Does ICD-10-CM Codes Claim Position Matter? 24:41

4M ago24:41

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In this episode Terry discusses the importance of ICD-10-CM codes on billing claims. She also clarifies the ICD-10-CM General Guidelines on Borderline Diagnoses, Laterality, Acute versus Chronic Conditions, and when to leave the symptoms off the claim for definitive diagnoses. Listen in for this important information capture. Subscribe and Listen Y…

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G2211 CMS FAQ Sheet Released 17:33

4M ago17:33

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CMS released their FAQ sheet for the add-on code HCPCS G2211, to office visits. The sheet clarifies where denials and grey areas for reporting. Tune in as Terry goes over twelve FAQs from CMS along with her commentary to best practices for this complexity add-on. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – https://p…

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Top 10 Tuesday Q&A – Coding, Billing, and Compliance Questions 22:12

5M ago22:12

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In this episode of the CodeCast podcast, Terry discusses ABI billing, Level 5 Drug Toxicity options, Aortic Stenosis ICD-10-CM coding, and some questions related to the 2025 CMS proposals. Listen this episode to see if any of your Coding Corner questions made the podcast cut! Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcast…

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Transfer of Care Modifiers 15:04

5M ago15:04

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CMS proposes expanding the transfer of care modifiers, -54, -55, and -56 to better “value” the global surgery CPT codes. However, this may cause more confusion for surgeons and medical providers who see patients for surgery or post-op only. Terry talks about the proposal and what to expect for 2025. Also, Terry talks about the proposals for Telehea…

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Coding a Heart Cath 18:57

5M ago18:57

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This edition of the CodeCast podcast focuses on coding heart caths. When coding for cardiac catheterizations, if you don’t have a working knowledge of this specialty it can be a bit challenging. That’s why it’s time to get back to the basics. Terry provides some tips into this coding concept, and what to look for in your report to capture the corre…

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E&M Comparison 15:06

5M ago15:06

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Terry takes us down memory lane in an E/M refresher. She covers what changed with the CPT E/M section – that was updated in 2019, 2020, and 2021 – to get to what we have today in 2024. Getting back to basics helps you understand why we must ensure updates in our charting workflows and EMRs continue. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our pod…

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Top 10 Tuesday Q&A – Coding, Billing, and Compliance Questions 20:39

5M ago20:39

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This week on the CodeCast podcast Terry returns with her Top 10 Tuesday Q&A series. Join us as Terry covers questions covering risk support for E/M, Telehealth in the hospital setting, missed appointments, follow-up testing protocols, shared visit modifiers, and more. Subscribe and Listen You can subscribe to our podcasts via: Apple Podcasts – http…

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The Last Of The Podcast 1:18:12

5M ago1:18:12

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It's with a heavy heart we're announcing this, but everything comes to an end and it's no different with Codec Moments. For many reasons we've decided to put the adventure out of its under utilised misery, but it doesn't have to be a mournful thing... we've decided to record The Last Of The Podcast to detail why it's coming to a stop and remind our…

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