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Job opportunity in Wyoming...

I got this in my e-mail this morning, and am passing along...  Not too often this type of opportunity presents itself... If interested give Krissy a call! Hello.  I am working with a small hospital in...

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Physician Query Process: Part 5: Format of a Physician Query, Developing the...

This is part 5 of the 11 part series from Barry Libman, Inc.    I've reposted here, GREAT INFO*****************************************************************************by Christopher G. Richards,...

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Master coding for heatstroke and related diagnoses in ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM

I originally wrote this back in 2014, but still relevant, due to the heat-wave that has been on the rise here in Idaho....  Please be safe my friends, and enjoy!  :)...

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07 10 2015 - Job Openings in Boise, Idaho

Hi all,PMI of Boise, Idaho   has two open positions: 1) Coder and 2) Administrative Assistant:Certified Professional Coder Certified Coding Position in Boise, Idaho.  Remote positions considered....

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Next up on my "Webinar Circuit" ICD-10pcs Training for Ultrasound...

AudioEducator and myself are happy to extend to you a $20.00 discount on the session..  This makes is only $177.00 for the training (what a DEAL!!!)  when you can have the entire group listen in for...

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Quick ICD-10 update from: ICD10Monitor & Optum 360 Eight areas of focus

If you don’t read anything else this holiday season, read this. Documentation improvement is at the heart of any successful ICD-10 coding program, and in this article I will highlight eight key areas...

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Wrapping up 2015 - moving in to 2016...

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!     We wrapped up 2015 in a nice tidy bow, and I haven't had the chance to get some of the info out on the blog.   I have had 4 different articles published from HCPro, and a...

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Sharing a good article - Tips and strategies for Managers and Boss's...

I found this on Facebook this afternoon, and it has some great information......

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DOCUMENTATION RISKS : Queing up the record for compliance in 2016……….

Lori-Lynne A. WebbDecember 10, 2015As we prepare for 2016 New Year, there are some challenges left over from 2015 that may need to be reviewed and met.  CMS and some of the "big payers" have identified...

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Q&A follow-up (part 1) Unbundling the OB Package in ICD-10-Clinical...

Q&A follow-up (part 1)  Unbundling the OB Package in ICD-10-Clinical DocumentationThis is a 2-part series of Q&A that was sent in by our listeners of  the Webinar for the HCPro webinar I did...

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Q&A part 2 (Unbundling the global pregnancy package)

Q&A – from Webinar (Part 2) 2.1  Q:  Is billing an e/m along with a 0501F code on an initial OB appointment when the confirmation of pregnancy is done at the same appointment allowed?   If not what...

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Breast Care and Screening – 2015: Coding & Documentation Strategies

Breast Care and Screening – 2015:  Coding & Documentation  Strategies October is Breast Cancer awareness month.  In this month, physicians and healthcare professionals have heightened the awareness...

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Internal Fetal Monitoring: CPT Codes 59050 and 59051

Internal Fetal Monitoring:  CPT Codes  59050 and 59051IUPC = Intrauterine Pressure CatheterFSE = Fetal Scalp ElectrodeMay 17, 2015Lori-Lynne A. WebbCPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, COBGC, CDIPThe definition of...

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Correct Coding for the Usage of Ultrasound in Office Settings:

Correct Coding for the Usage of Ultrasound in Office Settings: 7/18/2015In the physician office setting, coders are very familiar with the concept of coding for chest x-ray and x-ray procedures....

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Coding for Anemia in OB and GYN Patients: The Documentation Challenge

Coding for Anemia in OB and GYN Patients:  The Documentation ChallengeJune 21, 2015The diagnosis coding for anemia is always difficult, but clear documentation from the providers is rarely found in the...

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Interrupted Pregnancy:  Tubal, Ectopic, and other Abnormal Pregnancies04.26.2015 -  Lori-Lynne Webb The definition of an abnormal pregnancy is when a fertilized egg does not attach within the normal...

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Taxonomy Codes – A quick code-set refresher

April 9, 2015Taxonomy Codes – A quick code-set refresher In the world of medical billing and credentialing for provider or group specialties, taxonomy codes have a very important role in the process....

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Finding clarity in coding of fetal status

Finding clarity in coding of fetal statusLori-Lynne A. WebbFebruary 27, 2015The term “fetal distress” can be very misleading when coding for pregnancy related complications that involve the fetus....

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Coding opportunity in Eagle, Idaho...

If any of you coders are looking for a new coding opportunity Rocky Mountain Health & Wellness is hiring for a coder/biller it is in their Eagle office, Full time position.. GOOD LUCK!!! Click here...

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Zika Update from ACOG - Sharing out to you

** Thank you to ACOG and SMFM in regard to this issue:  ACOG, SMFM issue updated guidance on Zika         February 17, 2016By Judith M. Orvos, ELSThe American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists...

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