In the January 23rd edition of the MLN Connects, CMS announced the release of a Comparative Billing Report (CBR) on Shoulder Arthroscopies for Medicare part B claims. This information can be vital for Orthopedic practices during the audit process. Data will be...
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New Healthcare Scorecard Evaluates Colorado’s Cost-Saving Policies
Recently, there has been a new healthcare scorecard that is evaluating the cost-saving policies in Colorado. Read the article below to see where Colorado ranks and what the state is doing to make healthcare more affordable to those living here!nnColorado is doing well...
6 Ways You Can Build Healthy Habits at Work
The New Year always brings opportunities to grow and learn. While many find it difficult to be healthy in the workplace there are simple steps to take to achieve a healthier lifestyle. Below are six great tips on building healthy habits at work. Read the article below...
What Will Be the Top Health Issues for 2020?
Medicare, the Affordable Care Act, and other issues are all hot topics being discussed in 2020. Below is more information regarding some of the big topics that are in talks right now or are in the process of change. Read the article below for more information on some...
U codes ~ ICD-10
Vaping and E-cigarette use by young adults has grown over the past few years. While many are ignoring the effects of using these products, the CDC and CMS have released addendums regarding these products after the World Health Organization confirmed the side effects...
Important Colorado Reimbursement Updates & Changes
Anthem and Cigna have released updates regarding the reimbursement updates and changes. These changes will go into effect in March 2020. For more information on the updates and the changes that may affect you, read below!nnAnthem sent out a Notice of Material Change...
X Modifier Scenarios
Last week, we briefly described the X modifier series and when to substitute these new modifiers. Below are a few scenarios from the NCCI policy manual you can refer to when using these modifiers.*nn The CCI bundle involving column 1 code 45385 (Flexible colonoscopy...
2020 CPT Coding Updates
Welter Healthcare Partners is sharing the new 2020 CPT coding updates! Below you will find the new CPT codes that took effect on January 1st. Read below for more on these updates. Please note that this article is not an all-inclusive list of the updates. Be sure to...
Modifier 59 Replacements and Accurate Reporting
It has been several years since CMS released the X modifier series, are you using these correctly or not at all? In an end of year survey, published in Part B News, 78% of respondents said they had reported an X modifier in 2019. The creation of the X modifier series...
Welter Healthcare Partners achieves URAC CVO Accreditation!
Welter Healthcare Partners is proud to have earned URAC accreditation for Credentials Verification Organization (CVO)! The designation demonstrates Welter Healthcare Partners is dedicated to quality and safety, and that we strive for continual improvement of the...
New Years Resolutions!
The new year is a time for change, and many look at it as a time of reform. So as you make those resolutions to get back to the gym just remember that as we all get older, our bodies take longer to heal. Happy 2020!nn X50.0XX- Overexertion from strenuous movement or...
Happy New Year
Welter Healthcare Partners would like to wish you a Happy New Year! As 2019 comes to a close, we are thrilled to see what 2020 has to offer. The past year has been a tremendous success, with the celebration of our 25th Anniversary and having fantastic clients to work...