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Posts tagged "Billing"

G2211 Add-On Code: When to Use It, When Not To, How to Avoid Denials

March 8, 2026 / Alex J. Lau / Add-on Code, Billing, G2211, G2211 Add-on Code, Medical Coding
G2211 Medicare HCPCS add-on code

G2211 is a Medicare add-on code that can be billed alongside office visit E/M codes 99202 through 99215 to capture additional reimbursement for the longitudinal care coordination work providers perform when managing a patient’s single serious condition or a complex, ongoing condition. CMS added the code effective January 1, 2024, with a payment value of […]

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Add-on Code, Billing, G2211, G2211 Add-on Code, Medical Coding

What Is Value-Based Care? How VBC Payment Models Work and What They Mean for Providers

August 23, 2025 / Alex J. Lau / Billing, Value-Based Care, VBC
Value-Based Care Models

Value-based care (VBC) is a healthcare payment model in which providers are reimbursed based on patient health outcomes and cost efficiency rather than the volume of services they deliver. Under traditional fee-for-service payment, a provider is paid a set rate for each procedure or visit regardless of whether the patient’s condition improves. Under value-based arrangements, […]

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Billing, Value Based Care

Healthcare Provider Freedom: Declaring Independence from Administrative Tyranny

July 4, 2025 / Alex J. Lau / Administrative Independence
American Independence; Healthcare Business Freedom

As we celebrate the Fourth of July and reflect on what independence truly means, there’s a powerful parallel between America’s fight for freedom from British rule and the ongoing struggle healthcare providers face today. Just as our founding fathers sought liberation from oppressive taxation and bureaucratic control, modern healthcare professionals are discovering their own path […]

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Administrative Independence, Billing, Credentialing, Independent Healthcare

“Medical Billing Near Me”: Service Across Major U.S. Cities

October 22, 2024 / Alex J. Lau / Medical Billing
Medical Billing Near Me

When healthcare providers search for “medical billing near me,” they’re looking for reliable, professional services that understand their local healthcare landscape. While we’re based just north of Pittsburgh, PA, where we’ve been serving the community for decades, our expertise extends across the United States, providing specialized medical billing and credentialing services to healthcare providers in […]

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Billing, Medical Billing Near Me, Medwave

Common Genetic Testing Modifiers

August 20, 2024 / Alex J. Lau / Genetic Testing, Modifiers
Genetic Testing Modifier

As our understanding of genetics and its role in healthcare continues to expand, so does the complexity of billing for these services. One of the key elements in ensuring accurate billing and appropriate reimbursement for genetic testing is the proper use of modifiers. These two-character codes provide additional information about the services rendered, helping to […]

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Billing, Genetic Testing Billing, Genetic Testing Modifiers, Modifiers

How to Choose the Correct CPT Code

April 21, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / CPT Codes, Medical Billing
CPT Codes Options

As a medical biller or coder, choosing the correct Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code is crucial for accurate reimbursement. However, with thousands of codes available, it can be overwhelming to find the right one for your services. We offer a free step-by-step guide on how to choose the correct CPT code for your medical billing […]

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Billing, Correct CPT Code, CPT Billing Codes, CPT-10, Modifiers

Skilled Nursing Facility Versus Nursing Home

December 18, 2022 / Alex J. Lau / Medical, Medical Billing, Medical Providers, Medicare, Medicare Coverage, Nursing Home, Old Folks Home, Skilled Nursing, Skilled Nursing Billing, Skilled Nursing Facility

What’s the Difference Between a Skilled Nursing Facility and a Nursing Home? On the surface, a skilled nursing facility and a nursing home may appear rather the same. In fact, some care facilities actually function as both, with a distinct floor or section of a building dedicated to each. The difference between a skilled nursing […]

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Billing, Medical Billing, Medical Billing Service, Nursing Billing, Nursing Facility Billing, Nursing Home, Old Folks Home, Skilled Nursing, Skilled Nursing Billing, Skilled Nursing Facility, Skilled Nursing Facility Billing

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