In the ever-evolving world of healthcare, medical coding plays a crucial role in capturing and organizing patient data for various purposes, including medical billing, research, and quality assessment. Coding medical…
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Medical billing is wrought with errors and overcharges. Here's how to avoid overpaying. The next time you receive a medical bill, read it carefully. It's not uncommon to be charged…
Question: I’m unsure how to code for cannulation of colovesical fistula. The doctor also did a cystoscopy with bilateral retrogrades and bladder biopsies. How should I report this procedure? Answer: There is no specific CPT code for cannulation of th...