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Jessica Edmiston is manager, coding, for National Medical Billing Services. Q: Concerning screening colonoscopies, our ambulatory surgery center is having no problem using the -PT modifier for ...

Ever wondered about the unsung heroes of the healthcare system? The ones who make sure your medical bills are accurate, your ...

Revenue cycle management performance has never been more important. And recent advances in technology, particularly artificial intelligence, offer much potential for healthcare's administrative ...

When reviewing job growth and salary information, it’s important to remember that actual numbers can vary due to many different factors—like years of experience in the role, industry of employment, ...

Medical coding is an unavoidable part of healthcare delivery. Coding is essential for accurate documentation, billing and reimbursement in healthcare — yet many providers still rely on manual coding ...

In a Q&A, Joann Ferguson, the health system's VP of revenue cycle, explains how the technology saves time and money and improves revenue cycle and clinical processes. Among the many uses for AI ...

In today’s healthcare environment, community hospital leaders face mounting pressure to do more with less—optimize revenue, improve quality, and retain a shrinking workforce. Against this backdrop, ...

Medical coding requires a deep understanding of medical terminology and procedures, as well as the ability to make judgment calls when necessary. Human coders are better equipped to handle these tasks ...