decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2002 Issue 12 (December)
CPC briefs
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Article Overview
This article is a short roundup for cardiology coding professionals. It touches on CPT and ICD-9-related updates, Medicare carrier audit activity, and a preview of a cardiology-focused educational session covering upcoming coding and reimbursement changes. The piece is relevant to coders, compliance staff, and physician practices tracking cardiology billing guidance and policy developments.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps readers identify whether the article contains cardiology-specific coding news, audit-related issues, or conference topics tied to upcoming procedure and diagnosis code changes.
Article Sections
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CPT Assistant guidance on injections during cardiac catheterization
A short coding update discussing reporting considerations tied to cardiac catheterization-related injections and a referenced CPT Assistant response.
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Noridian audit findings and undercoding concerns
A summary of an OIG audit involving a Medicare Part B carrier, with mention of both undercoding and overcoding findings and their financial impact.
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Preview of 2003 cardiology coding conference
An announcement for an educational event covering upcoming cardiology procedure, diagnosis, and reimbursement updates for 2003.
What You Will Learn
- What types of cardiology coding issues are highlighted in the brief update
- How audit findings may be relevant to coding compliance review
- What broad subjects are covered in the preview of the cardiology education session
- Which general categories of coding changes are discussed for the coming year
Who Should Read This
- Cardiology coders
- Professional coders and billers
- Compliance staff
- Physician practice administrators
- Medical billing managers
Codes Discussed
Code Ranges Discussed
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