I have a hard time in choosing between 99283 and 99284. Physician dictated a comprehensive HPI, Exam, and MDM is Moderate- New problem (Renal Mass, concerning for renal cell carcinoma) Data: Reviewed labs and CT and Risk: Moderate (patient is being scheduled for a radical nephrectomy next week)
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Entry Level Coding Jobs
Once I pass the CPC Exam, what types of entry level coding jobs should I look into?
Searching for Entry Level Coding Position
Hi Everyone,
I know that this is not the most professional way to do this, but I am a 2017 medical coding graduate from Montana State University, City College. I am currently certified as a CPC-A. Unfortunately I do not have any experience except for what I learned in college. I am searching for an entry-level coding position. I have applied to positions within the Veterans Administration and local hospitals but to no avail over the past two years. I currently live in the western PA region and looking for positions within OH, PA and WV. I would like the opportunity to eventually work remotely due to a disability which requires the use of a service dog. Does anyone have any recommendations for obtaining a coding position?
Thank you,
Chris
I know that this is not the most professional way to do this, but I am a 2017 medical coding graduate from Montana State University, City College. I am currently certified as a CPC-A. Unfortunately I do not have any experience except for what I learned in college. I am searching for an entry-level coding position. I have applied to positions within the Veterans Administration and local hospitals but to no avail over the past two years. I currently live in the western PA region and looking for positions within OH, PA and WV. I would like the opportunity to eventually work remotely due to a disability which requires the use of a service dog. Does anyone have any recommendations for obtaining a coding position?
Thank you,
Chris
High Level of Risk : MDM
Would you agree that the diagnosis below reach a High level of risk for MDM?
Impression and Plan Summary:
Abnormal finding on a mammogram.
Orders: Mammo: screening bilateral mammogram.
DIABETES MELLITUS – TYPE II- WITH RENAL COMPLICATIONS. reviewed labs and made a copy for patient
CKD STAGE 3 (GFR 30-59) advised to drink more water, recheck labs in a month
orders: basic metabolic panel, microalbumin.
Additionally, iron deficieny, overweight (bmi 25-29.9), diabetes mellitus-type II- with neurological complications, hypertension with ckd, depression, gerd, and hyperlipidemia mixed have all been reviewed and are stable.
– Due to the renal complications and CKD would you say that it is appropriate to consider this a high level of risk under the presenting problems column.
TIA
KM
21 New HCPCS Level II Codes for April
Medical coders who code pass-through drugs or home health have 21 new HCPCS Level II codes to use, effective April 1, 2019. The new codes include drugs for migraines, to initiate blood-clotting in patients on certain coagulants, chronic and hairy cell leukemia, and folic acid for chemotherapy patients. The home health codes help facilitate the […]
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CPC-A seeking remote entry level billing/coding employment.
My resume is attached. I am also a Registered Paralegal and have 20+ years of transcription experience, so I am hoping that would more than compensate for my lack of billing/coding experience. I would like to find an entry level position, possibly even as a trainee, to begin with. I can work full time or part time. I will be happy to provide both personal and business references. I can be reached at 3178-642-7428 or you can email me at [email protected]. Thanks.
Decompression lumbar laminectomy for S1-S2 level
Does anyone know what CPT code to use for S1-S2 level ? 63047 is for lumbar, would I use that or is there an unlisted and use an unlisted ??
Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Sheila, CPC
E&M Level Coding in a RHC (Rural Healthcare)
I need guidance please.
We have a patient that was seen in the RHC clinic. The MA documented in the chart the social history, the Vitals, an a med reconciliation. The doctor circled a level 3 on the superbill and added a diagnosis code; however, he never did any documentation himself (no dictation or entry into EHR). The superbill is signed and has the dx code on it. It also states on Superbill that it is part of the medical chart and scanned into the chart. Would this visit qualify for a Level 2 visit based on the MA documentation and the Superbill?
We have a patient that was seen in the RHC clinic. The MA documented in the chart the social history, the Vitals, an a med reconciliation. The doctor circled a level 3 on the superbill and added a diagnosis code; however, he never did any documentation himself (no dictation or entry into EHR). The superbill is signed and has the dx code on it. It also states on Superbill that it is part of the medical chart and scanned into the chart. Would this visit qualify for a Level 2 visit based on the MA documentation and the Superbill?
CPC-A looking for entry level position in Guntersville/Huntsville, AL area or remote
What level would you bill?
A physician and I are disagreeing on the level to bill for this visit.
So this is an established patient visit
There is a detailed hx and a detailed exam. The area of disagreement is the MDM. The patient has only the one established problem, that is not worsening. There is no data/tests to review. The plan of care is "lifting capacity will be raised to 30 pounds. He should follow up in 3 months time. In the interim he is to continue strengthening."
So to me, this is straightfoward MDM.
Diagnoses: One established problem, not worsening = straightfoward
Amount & complexity of data is minimal/none = straightfoward
Risk – presenting problem could be low, but diagnostic procedures ordered and management options would only be minimal = straightfoward
The physician feels that this visit is definitely not a 99212. He thinks it should be a 99213, even though I explained that the MDM is the overarching criteria in choosing your code level. He told me, these problems have orthopaedic levels of complexity that are not fully appreciated by one without an orthopedic background.
I admit, I am new to ortho coding, so I am looking for your opinions. What would you code this visit as?