Ever wondered about the unsung heroes of the healthcare system? The ones who make sure your medical bills are accurate, ...

Used by more than 5,000 hospitals worldwide, 3M Codefinder Software manages the complex rules, guidelines and terminology of medical coding. The software is complete with ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS ...

Medical coding is a key component of revenue cycle management. When done efficiently and accurately, it helps ensure hospitals are properly reimbursed for the services they provide. 1. AAPC, formerly ...

Medical coding requires a deep understanding of medical terminology and procedures, as well as the ability to make judgment calls when necessary. Human coders are better equipped to handle these tasks ...

A shortage of up to 50 percent has been forecasted for the medical coder workforce. Here are five things to know about the current compensation and workforce in the medical coding field. 1. In 2012, ...

Medical coding no longer lives quietly behind the scenes. Today, it sits at the crossroads of money, compliance, and patient trust. Every number entered and modifier applied can shape what happens ...

Each patient has a story, and one quality of a good doctor is how that story is collected and documented in the medical record. Understanding the patient, their symptoms, and what they’ve tried is the ...

Today, Oct. 1, marks the official date of adoption of the tenth version of the International Classification of Diseases, or ICD-10. It’s an expanded set of medical codes for illnesses and procedures ...

Hospitals are facing a steady rise in payment disputes over their assignment of a Diagnosis Related Group (DRG). These disputes fall into two ...