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Question: How do I increase my clean claims rate and reduce my denial rate? Answer: Implement a Pre-Bill Review process. Most denials are caused by errors occurring on the front end of the revenue cycle. There are so many details involved with processes such as...
PT Modifier for Physical and Occupational Therapists Modifiers are a vital part of medical coding. There are many different modifiers that can be used with both CPT and HCPCS codes.Modifier 33 can be appended to a CPT code when the physician performs preventive...
The 8-Minute Rule Physical Therapy Medicare and many other payers require therapists to adhere to what is known as the 8-minute rule for time-based codes. This rule determines how many billing units a therapist can receive for a single patient visit that includes...
Modifier 59 in Physical Therapy Billing Modifier 59 is an extremely useful modifier, but it should be used only when necessary. Incorrect use of the modifier can result in claim denial by Medicare and commercial payers. NCCI has identified certain services that...
Physical therapy helps millions of Medicare beneficiaries recover from injuries or improve their mobility. Access to physical therapy may decrease due to recent changes to Medicare policies and reimbursement rates. These Medicare cuts can make it more difficult for...
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Physical therapy often involves patient education. Physical therapists educate patients so that they can actively participate in their treatment and understand their condition and prescribed exercises. There is no specific CPT code for education, which can make...
An effective billing system is key to maintaining financial stability in physical therapy practice management. The process of physical therapy billing involves much more than simply generating invoices. It encompasses various functions that contribute to the overall...
Physical therapy is a healthcare service that helps patients restore and improve their mobility, function, and quality of life. Therapists that provide this treatment must document the time they spend with patients for physical therapy billing purposes. After...
Running a successful private physical therapy practice requires delivering exceptional patient care and managing finances effectively. Maintaining a healthy financial foundation is key, from revenue cycle management to billing and reimbursement. With...