PART B CODING COACH: Cure Your Colonoscopy Denials by Following CMS' Advice

Why This Topic Matters

Colonoscopy claims are a frequent source of denials when the service type, diagnosis sequencing, or follow-up context is reported inconsistently. Understanding the article helps coding staff distinguish broad claim categories and recognize the Medicare guidance discussed in the premium content.

Article Sections

1. Secure What a Screening Procedure Entails

   Introduces Medicare screening scenarios for colorectal testing and discusses the general diagnosis reporting framework for screening claims.

2. Know How to Code Contrast Screening

   Covers how claims are handled when a screening examination becomes therapeutic because of findings during the procedure.

3. Solve This Incidental Diagnosis Challenge

   Addresses how additional incidental findings are handled in the context of a screening encounter that becomes therapeutic.

4. Watch Out for Screening, Surveillance Differences

   Explains the difference between routine screening and surveillance follow-up in a later return visit context.