StreamlineMD RCM Updates for Radiology & Interventional Specialists
StreamlineMD Documentation, Coding & Billing Updates for Radiology & Interventional Specialists Below are updates for Radiology and Interventional specialists regarding documentation and coding for: IVUS JZ/JW Modifiers Cardiac Velocity Flow Mapping PET coding for Posluma Aetna eviCore Peripheral Vascular Interventional Radiology IVUS Policy Update This updated policy, effective 9/1/23, contains detailed information on coverage for […]
Moderate Sedation: Understanding Usage and Reporting
Documenting and coding for Moderate Sedation continues to challenge providers and the purpose of this article is to help clarify AMA guidelines.
Aetna will require pre-authorization for multiple IR procedures starting Sept 1, 2023
As recently reported by the SIR, Aetna has partnered with eviCore to provide prior authorization for the following procedures; cerebrovascular angiography, carotid angioplasty/stent, carotid endarterectomy, TEVAR, endovascular repair of descending thoracic aorta, treatment of abdominal aortic aneurysms, peripheral vascular non-coronary stent procedures, treatment options for saphenous ablation, phlebectomy, sclerotherapy, endovenous ablation, and Iliac vein angioplasty/stenting. […]
StreamlineMD Earns 2023 Great Place to Work Certification™
We are thrilled to announce that StreamlineMD has been awarded the prestigious Great Place to Work Certification™ for 2023.
Vertebral Fractures – Proper Documentation & Coding
The various image-guided percutaneous procedures used to treat Vertebral Fractures include terms such as Vertebroplasty, Kyphoplasty, Sacroplasty and Augmentation. The nuances of these procedures often cause confusion. This article discusses these procedures, their documentation, and CMS policy to obtain more clarity.
StreamlineMD Releases New Client Portal
We are excited to announce that StreamlineMD will be rolling out new features, allowing you to access security request forms & training videos online through our new StreamlineMD Client Portal.
Diagnostic Angiography with Therapeutic Treatment – Understanding Vascular Roadmapping and Correct Coding
The intent of this article is to provide education regarding vascular roadmapping in an effort to understand when it is bundled into therapeutic treatment, when it is appropriate to bill, and the importance of including supporting medical necessity in physician documentation.
Prepare for MIPS/MACRA 2023
It’s that time again to make sure your practice is on track for reporting MACRA/MIPS for 2023. Below are some resources to assist you in understanding the MIPS/MACRA requirements for 2023.
2023 Interventional Cardiology CPT Code Changes
The following information details Interventional Cardiology CPT changes for 2023 which may impact your practice. There are nine new Category I codes and three new Category III codes, two of which are add-on codes to the main procedure. Be sure to review below, update or create new report templates, and share with your practice management team(s) in preparation for January 1st in order to avoid billing and reimbursement delays.
2023 Changes to Radiology & IR CPT Codes – Continued
As promised, the following information provides further details for 2023 CPT changes. Be sure to review and share with your practice management team(s) for preparation for January 1st to avoid billing and reimbursement delays.