Accurate coding for critical care services (CPT 99291 and 99292) is vital for revenue integrity, but strict time documentation, pediatric nuances, and payer rules lead to costly errors. Drawing on first-hand insights from the Cures medical billing team, this guide clarifies how to code ethically, avoid audits, and maximize reimbursements.
Medicare’s 8 Minute Therapy Rule – Avoid Denials & Improve Revenue
Medicare’s 8-Minute Rule is a billing formula used for PT, OT, and Speech Therapy to convert treatment time into reimbursable units. It ensures clinics bill accurately for timed services (like therapeutic exercises) while preventing overcharging.
Cardiac Arrhythmia ICD 10 Codes – A Medical Coder’s 2025 Reference
Cardiac arrhythmias impact over 16 million Americans, making precise ICD-10 coding critical for claims accuracy and compliance. With 30% of cardiology denials tied to coding errors, mastering codes like I49.9 (unspecified arrhythmia) or I48.0 (atrial fibrillation) is essential. In this guide, I’ll break down the top 10 cardiac arrhythmia ICD-10 codes, documentation requirements, and 2025 updates to streamline your billing process.
