CPT versus HCPCS Codes — Video

CPT Versus HCPCS Codes — Video | CCO CPT Coding Tips

This is CPT versus HCPCS codes. The question is, “During my internship, I’ve noticed that some CPT codes are reported to Medicare using a HCPCS code (often a G code). I assume ‘somewhere’ on the CMS site I can find …

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CPT code for Thyroidectomy — VIDEO

What Is The Correct CPT Code for Thyroidectomy

Alright so this question is on thyroidectomies. It was, “I have a patient who’s having a right thyroid lobectomy done. What is the correct CPT code for thyroidectomy? Do I code for a total or a partial?” So let me …

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Preventative CPT Codes — VIDEO

preventative cpt codes

Ok everyone it looks like we made a mistake on our webinar and one of our students actually brought it to our attention so we are re-recording the preventative medicine answer key. Preventative medicine and Preventative CPT Codes starts with a range of …

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CPT Code Modifiers: Q5 and Q6

CPT Code Modifiers: Q5 and Q6

The HCPCS Medicare Level II Manual lists a group of modifiers that many medical coders do not regularly reference unless they are working in a specialized area. Some of these modifiers can be found in your current CPT Manual – …

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