Understanding Add-On Codes for 2023 and Beyond
Knowing the basics of radiology and interventional radiology are imperative for successful coding and building a robust knowledge foundation. Among the key coding knowledge topics
Knowing the basics of radiology and interventional radiology are imperative for successful coding and building a robust knowledge foundation. Among the key coding knowledge topics
What is the intent of the new 2023 code 0743T??
An MRI scan of the brain and an MRI with perfusion imaging of the brain are ordered and performed, how would the MRI with perfusion imaging be coded? Would it be reported in addition to the diagnostic MRI of the brain?
Can we report 78445 in addition to any other nuclear medicine procedure?
The 2023 final Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) rule is set to shackle radiology-related policy and bind stakeholders for the coming year. The rule was
When do we report modifier GX?
Do we need to apply for a separate CLIA number for each physical location of a street address when providing the services defined by CPT codes 78110–78130 at multiple locations?
As discussed last month, chronic pain is a significant health issue in the United States with more than one in five adults having experienced chronic
Can 76942 be billed more than once per session during trigger-point injections (e.g., 20553) if multiple areas are injected, or should it be one 76942 per session?
How do you code for a 3, 6, 9, and 12 o’clock breast mass/lesion since there are no “other specified site” or “unspecified quadrant” codes? ICD-10-CM code N63 (Unspecified breast lump) requires specification of the quadrant of the lump site. The radiology report states, “12 o’clock right breast mass.”
What type of mammogram should a patient receive who has a personal history of biopsy-proven benign breast disease?
How do you code for a 3, 6, 9, and 12 o’clock breast mass/lesion since there are no “other specified site” or “unspecified quadrant” codes? ICD-10-CM code N63 (Unspecified breast lump) requires specification of the quadrant of the lump site. The radiology report states, “12 o’clock right breast mass.”
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