Are you a medical coder looking to sharpen your expertise in one of the most critical and complex areas of healthcare billing? The nuances of Evaluation & Management (E/M) coding can often be a source… How to Prepare for the Evaluation & Management Coding Skills Exam
In the dynamic world of healthcare, precise and accurate medical coding is not just a skill – it’s a critical foundation for operational efficiency, compliance, and proper reimbursement. As the healthcare landscape continues to evolve,… How to Prepare for the Outpatient Coding Skills Assessment Exam
In the intricate world of healthcare, precision isn’t just a preference—it’s a necessity. Every diagnosis, every procedure, and every piece of patient information relies on a universal language that, if misunderstood, can lead to significant… How to Prepare for the Medical Terminology & Anatomy Skills Exam
Are you ready to unlock the power of Artificial Intelligence and transform your daily work? In today’s rapidly evolving professional landscape, understanding and utilizing AI isn’t just an advantage—it’s a necessity. The Google AI Essentials… How to Prepare for the Google AI Essentials Practice Test Exam
Are you looking to solidify your standing in the fast-paced world of healthcare administration? Do you aspire to become an indispensable asset in the crucial financial flow of medical practices? In an industry where precision… How to Prepare for the Medical Billing Skills Assessment Exam
Are you a medical coding professional striving for excellence and seeking to solidify your expertise in physician services? The intricate world of healthcare demands precision, accuracy, and up-to-date knowledge in coding. If you’re ready to… How to Prepare for the Physician Coding Proficiency Exam
Are you an aspiring medical coder or a healthcare professional looking to solidify your foundational knowledge? In the intricate world of medical coding, precision is paramount. Every code tells a story about a patient’s health,… How to Prepare for the Anatomy & Physiology Skills Assessment Exam
In the complex and ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, precision, compliance, and ethical practices are paramount. Medical auditing plays a critical role in ensuring that healthcare organizations operate efficiently, adhere to regulatory standards, and maintain financial… How to Prepare for the Medical Auditing Skills Assessment Exam
In the complex and ever-evolving world of healthcare, precise and accurate medical coding is the backbone of efficient operations, proper billing, and patient record integrity. For anyone looking to enter this vital field, or for… How to Prepare for the Medical Coding Fundamentals Skills Exam
In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, the ability to manage, analyze, and leverage health data is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. As digital transformation sweeps across hospitals, clinics, and research institutions, the demand for… How to Prepare for the Health Informatics Skills Assessment Exam
We are absolutely thrilled to announce the launch of something we’ve been working on tirelessly behind the scenes: the brand-new Medical Coding Online Examination Module! After extensive development and rigorous testing, our fully integrated, state-of-the-art… Announcing the Future of Exam Prep: The New Medical Coding Online Examination Module is LIVE!
Master Medical Coding with Confidence: Introducing Our Web-Based Practice Exam App Are you preparing for a medical coding certification exam or looking to sharpen your coding skills? Look no further! Our Medical Coding Practice… Master Medical Coding with Confidence: Introducing Our Web-Based Practice Exam App
This week, medical coding saw significant advancements driven by AI, regulatory updates, and a focus on compliance. AI tools, like Ambience Healthcare’s solution, are outperforming traditional methods by 27%, automating ICD-10 coding and reducing administrative burdens. The 2025 ICD-10-CM updates emphasize specificity for sepsis and aftercare, while preparations for the ICD-11 transition (2025–2027) highlight the need for coder training. Compliance concerns, including upcoding risks, were noted, with 90% of coders worried about fraudulent practices. Education initiatives from AAPC and AMBA are helping coders adapt to evolving standards, ensuring accuracy in value-based care and reimbursement. Challenges like AI bias and complex payer guidelines persist, but proactive audits and training offer solutions. For more details, visit www.ama-assn.org or www.aapc.com.
In today’s fast-paced healthcare environment, efficiency and accuracy are non-negotiable. Every medical practice, hospital, and healthcare system strives to optimize revenue, ensure compliance, and deliver exceptional patient care. One area that often flies under the… Need Professional Medical Coding Assistance: Why Using Your Doctors To Code Is Not Free
Published by: Kary C. – OMG, LLC. COO on September 19, 2024 Radiology and imaging services are a critical part of modern healthcare. These services enable medical professionals to diagnose and treat various conditions with… A Guide to Radiology and Imaging Coding
Skip to content In today’s complex healthcare landscape, maintaining coding compliance is more crucial than ever. Recent developments from the Department of Justice (DOJ), including the launch of the Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program (CWAPP),… Medical Coding Compliance: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Published by: Ashley C. – OMG, LLC. Billing Specialist on August 30, 2024 Chronic Care Management (CCM) has become an essential service in healthcare as the global population ages and chronic diseases become more prevalent.… Coding for Chronic Care Management: A Comprehensive Guide
Published by: Jara O. – OMG, LLC. Billing Specialist on August 26, 2024 Effective medical billing is critical to the financial health of healthcare practices. Optimizing this process can lead to faster payments, fewer errors,… Strategies for Optimizing the Billing Process and Improving Collections
Skip to content On August 1, 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) launched its Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program. This initiative is a significant development in the DOJ’s efforts to uncover corporate misconduct, particularly… The DOJ’s New Whistleblower Program: A Vital Step for Medical Coding Compliance
Published by: Ashley C. – OMG, LLC. Billing Specialist on July 25, 2024 Medical coding is a critical aspect of healthcare, translating complex medical information into standardized codes used for documentation and billing. In internal… Understanding Medical Coding for Internal Medicine
Published by: Tracey M. – OMG, LLC. Credentialing Specialist on July 22, 2024 Negotiating contracts with insurance companies, or payers, is a critical task for healthcare providers. These contracts define the terms under which providers… Strategies for Negotiating Contracts with Insurance Companies
Published by: Kary C. – OMG, LLC. COO on July 15, 2024 Medical coding is a crucial aspect of the healthcare industry, playing a significant role in the accuracy of patient records, billing processes, and… The Importance of Continuing Education for Medical Coders
Published by: Kurt C. – OMG, LLC. Director of IT on July 11, 2024 The emergence of big data has revolutionized numerous industries, and healthcare is no exception. One of the critical areas within healthcare… Is Big Data Transforming Medical Billing and Coding Services?
Published by: OMG, LLC. – Corporate Entries on July 9, 2024 The medical industry is always evolving, and with it, the roles and responsibilities of its workforce. One profession undergoing significant transformation is medical coding.… The Future of Medical Coding as a Remote Position
Cybersecurity in Today’s Healthcare Space Published by: Kurt C. – OMG, LLC. Director of IT on July 8, 2024 Cybersecurity has become a serious concern in various sectors, but nowhere is it more critical than… Cybersecurity in Today’s Healthcare Space
Published by: Tracey M. – OMG, LLC. Credentialing Specialist on July 5, 2024 Payer credentialing is a critical process that ensures medical providers are qualified to offer services to patients covered by specific insurance plans.… Tips for Credentialing your Medical Services with Healthcare Payers
Skip to content In an era where healthcare systems are intricately tied to digital platforms, meticulous coding accuracy cannot be a mere afterthought; it is an absolute necessity. Often overlooked, coding errors are the silent… Coding Compliance Audits: Uncovering Deficiencies and Solutions
Skip to content Amid the complex labyrinth of healthcare administration, one area stands as a beacon of efficiency and cost-effectiveness—outsourcing medical coding. It brings an exhaustive list of benefits ranging from unburdening clinicians, reducing compliance… Outsourcing Medical Coding: The Key Advantages for Healthcare Providers
Skip to content Navigating the complex labyrinth of HCC coding is a daunting task for healthcare providers due to the frequent carrier changes to rules and regulations, and non-compliance could mean substantial revenue loss and… HCC Coding Compliance: Avoid Revenue Loss and Fines in Healthcare
Skip to content Why Conduct a Medical Coding Audit Medical coding audits ensure accurate clinical documentation, improve revenue cycle management, minimize revenue loss and coding liability, and maintain compliance with industry regulations. Improved Accuracy of Clinical Documentation… Medical Coding Audits: Ensure Accurate Clinical Documentation
Healthcare Administrative Partners to Present at 2018 HBMA Healthcare Revenue Cycle Conference Posted: By Kelly Frace on August 31, 2018 Media, PA, August 31, 2018 – Healthcare Administrative Partners (HAP), provider of comprehensive quality, productivity,… Healthcare Administrative Partners to Present at 2018 HBMA Healthcare Revenue Cycle Conference
One of my favorite books is The Big Short by Michael Lewis. It was eventually made into a movie by the same name and gives a clear view of the housing bubble that burst 10… MIPS: The Day of Reckoning
Mott Blair, a Wallace, N.C.-based family physician, doesn’t get distracted by the EHR in the patient exam room. That’s because he keeps it in the hallway, right outside the exam room. He uses an old-fashioned… Documenting in Your EHR While Focusing on the Patient
Healthcare interoperability has been a priority for vendors and providers since the advent of health data exchange. Timely access to accurate health information regardless of health IT system or location improves provider communication and patient… 4 Initiatives Advancing Healthcare Interoperability in 2017
A new CMS proposed rule contains two provisions intended to reduce hospital eCQM reporting requirements in response to feedback calling for less aggressive EHR data reporting policies. A couple provisions in a new Hospital Inpatient… New Proposed Rule to Reduce EHR Data Reporting
Every day, clinicians work tirelessly to provide the best possible care for their patients. Clinicians and other health care providers like hospitals are increasingly using health information technology (health IT) such as electronic health records… Making Health IT Safer and Easier to Use
Half of electronic health record (EHR) vendors and a quarter of hospitals and health systems routinely engage in information blocking that restricts data flow between providers with different EHRs, according to officials of public health… Many EHR Vendors and Providers Block Information Exchange
Less than a decade ago, nine out of ten doctors in the U.S. updated their patients’ records by hand and stored them in color-coded files. By the end of 2017, approximately 90% of office-based physicians… 20 stats for EHR adoption rates
We are hiring again. Outsource Management Group, LLC, is seeking an experienced orthopedic coder to work in our office and closely with our numerous orthopedic clients. This position is to be full-time with all benefits,… New Orthopedic Coder Position at OMG
As our client base and staffing needs continue to grow, Outsource Management Group will be moving its corporate headquarters in October 2014. Over the next 4 months our corporate offices will be transitioning from our… Press: We are Growing and Moving Again in 2014
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