What are “THE BEST” diagnosis codes?

What are “THE BEST” diagnosis codes?

by Marty Kotlar, DC, CPCO, CBCS •  President of Target Coding •  Question: Dr. Kotlar, I’ve heard that insurance companies will pay for 30 visits if I submit a long-term treatment diagnosis such as a herniated disc. Is this true?...
Highlights of the 2024 ICD-10 Changes

Highlights of the 2024 ICD-10 Changes

by Mario Fucinari •  DC, CPCO, CPPM • Whether you have a cash practice, personal injury, or a hybrid practice, you must keep up with the yearly diagnosis changes.  Every year, the ICD-10 diagnosis codes are updated by the World Health Organization...
Use Modifiers To Get Paid Properly

Use Modifiers To Get Paid Properly

by Marty Kotlar, DC, CPCO, CBCS •  President of Target Coding •  Question: Dr. Kotlar, are CPT code modifiers necessary, and do they really help you get paid faster? Answer: The answers are definitely YES and YES! Federally funded...
Medicare Part C May Pay for Maintenance Manipulation

Medicare Part C May Pay for Maintenance Manipulation

by Mario Fucinari •  DC, CPCO, CPPM • Typically, Medicare does not pay for maintenance care.  Specific plans within the Part C Medicare Advantage plans may cover maintenance care.  The plans are AARP® Medicare Advantage, UnitedHealthcare® Dual...