by Crystal Freeman | Nov 27, 2023 | Newsletter
Are you coding for the whole picture? November 27, 2023 We’ve had our first taste of winter in many parts of the country. And with winter come accidents caused by snow, icy surfaces, and outdoor activities—and injured patients whose encounters you’ll need to code...
by Crystal Freeman | Nov 20, 2023 | Newsletter
Giving Thanks—and Not Burning Out November 20, 2023 As you look forward to a long, relaxing weekend of family, food, and fun (and maybe some football, too), we’ll address an issue that increasingly affects both providers and coders—and serve up for Thanksgiving some...
by Crystal Freeman | Nov 13, 2023 | Newsletter
Answers to Your Coding Questions November 13, 2023 Every week, we invite you to submit questions about what you read in Coffee & Coding or any coding-related issues you may encounter. This week, we’ll answer a few questions we’ve received. We’ll also pose a couple...
by Melodie Trinidad | Nov 6, 2023 | Newsletter
Why Would Patients with Chest Pain Need Diapers? It Depends. November 6, 2023 Once, when I was working with a DME company, I noticed what seemed to be a bizarre pattern in the medical records. All patients with a diagnosis of CP were receiving disposable diapers or...
by Crystal Freeman | Oct 30, 2023 | Newsletter
Halloween Edition: Why Coders and Physicians Shouldn’t Be Scared of AI October 30, 2023 Halloween week is here, so as you settle in with a cup of coffee, we thought you might enjoy a quick review of several codes that might appear to have been created for Fright...
