Effective Date: October 2025
NOTE: Remission and Resolved from a coding stand point is different.
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Lifestyle interventions: Documentation of lifestyle modifications (like diet an exercise) that contributed to achieving remission.
Provider Clarification: If the provider's documentation is unclear about the remission status, a query is necessary to obtain the required details....
if the condition is in remission. The provider MUST document if the patient's condition is in remission.
Required Documentation:
Sustained Glycemic Control (An HBAIc of less than 6.5%)
Duration: Minimum of 3 consecutive months
Medication Status: No active diabetic medication .....
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There's major changes in reporting Diabetes without complications. π§΅
New code E11.A- is for Type 2 diabetes mellitus in REMISSION WITHOUT complications. These changes requires specific documentation from the provider. Coders cannot assume...
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In 2026, expect some updates for ICD-10-CM. There's 487 NEW diagnoses; 38 code revisions and 28 deleted codes.
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Great news! CMS proposes to expand telehealth services. Also, a major shift for 2026 CMS will allow direct supervision to be fulfilled remotely (ONLY for audio/video communication). DOES NOT include Audio only services. ππΎFollow for more updates!
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HIPAA Privacy rule is Vacated
Article via #LibmanEducation
July 17, 2025
On June 18, 2025 U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas issued a ruling vacating the 2024 HIPAA Privacy Rule provision. ππππ
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π₯π» Test your skills in this interactive game! Play now & see if your staff has what it takes to code like a pro!
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An optimized front desk boosts patient retention, revenue, and operational efficiency. Letβs talk about how we can customize solutions for your practice! π
π₯ Infrastructure Enhancements:
πSet up dedicated spaces for patient interactions to maintain privacy.
πUpgrade communication systems for faster coordination.
πEnsure front desk layout allows easy access to resources and patient flow.
Performance Metrics & Monitoring β Regular audits and feedback sessions can help identify bottlenecks and improve front desk operations.
Automated Systems β Implement EHR-integrated scheduling, insurance verification, and patient portal systems to streamline workflow.
Clear Front Desk Protocols β Standardized check-in/out procedures, payment collection, and communication processes reduce errors and delays.
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Now, let's talk about solutions to a more efficient front desk... Yes, another π§΅π§΅βοΈ
Comprehensive Staff Training β Equip front desk staff w strong customer service skills, medical coding knowledge, & appointment scheduling efficiency.
Moreover, a negative patient experience can result in the loss of at least seven potential patients. Investing in competent front desk staff is essential to prevent revenue loss and maintain a thriving practice.
Stay tuned for the next thread! We're going to have some solutions to help!βοΈπ©πΎββοΈπ₯Όπ₯
Poor front desk operations can lead to significant financial losses; for instance, medical practices lose more than $41 billion annually due to bad customer service.
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Did You Know?!? π€π€
A well-trained front desk is vital for medical offices, ensuring exceptional customer service, accurate knowledge, and high patient retention. π§΅π§΅
The Breast Cancer Research Foundation - Debunking Common Myths About Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
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The top 10 most competitive residency programs in are:
Plastic Surgery
Dermatology
Neurosurgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Otolaryngology
Interventional Radiology
Vascular Surgery
Thoracic & Cardiac Surgery
Radiation Oncology
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New Policy for Complexity Add-on Code G2211 π₯ππΎπ₯ππΎπ₯ππΎπ₯ππΎπ₯
Remember, G2211 is for 'longitudinal care' but Modifier 25 is now allowed. See below. Let's discuss
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As of January 1, 2025 CMS is now allowing G2211 with an E/M and Modifier -25 for the following services:
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Annual Wellness Visit (AWV)
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Vaccine Administration
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Part B preventive
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π¨ BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! π¨
Weβre growing, evolving, and taking things to the next level! π
Chester Interactive Medical Coding (CIMC) is transitioning to a new name-
β¨ Vital Med Coding Course! β¨
This transformation reflects our commitment to providing top-tier medical coding education!
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A post from "Call to activism": Can we try again? Blue Sky has a weird glitch where it only shows us the first 500 comments. If youβd like us to follow you back can you repost this and leave a note below? We may need to do this a few times to get everyone! π
This is what is meant by engagement farming. Only you can decide if you want your feed full of this nonsense.
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UPDATE G2211 (November 2024):
CMS is finalizing payment for G2211 when used with 99202-99215 and Annual Wellness Visits (AWV), Vaccine Admin, and IPPEs performed in an outpatient setting. THIS IS TENTATIVE
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Common Insufficient Documentation Errors- Evaluation & Management:
HIGH ERRORS:
- Missing sigs.
- Insufficient documentation
- Medical necessity
- Incorrect coding of /EM services to support MEDICAL NECESSITY & accurate billing of those services
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Whew these #telehealth rules coming down the pike is going to create a frenzy!
We are doing the finishing touches on our newsletter that has a full breakdown as we know it. And let's not forget, anything can change from now to the affective date
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CMS announced some changes in the standard monthly premiums for Beneficiaries:
2025 Medicare Parts A & B Premiums and Deductibles
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