Four of the most common reasons for claim denials include:… Are you experiencing insurance claim denials? Four of the most common reasons for claim denials include: 1. Incomplete Diagnosis 2. Improper Use of Codes 3. Excludes for Spinal Pain 4. Excludes 1 (and 2) notes Ultimately, it is important your Read more…
Every October 1st brings additions and deletions to the ICD-10 codes and although these are 2023 codes, the effective date is October 1, 2022. Are you on top of the diagnosis code updates for 2023? Every October 1st brings additions and deletions to the ICD-10 codes and although these are Read more…
According to American College of Physicians Back Treatment Guidelines, their updated prior guidelines recommend non-drug treatment first for back pain, including … Why is acupuncture a recommended treatment? According to American College of Physicians Back Treatment Guidelines, their updated prior guidelines recommend non-drug treatment first for back pain, including acupuncture, chiropractic Read more…
Good documentation practice includes: 1. Maintaining accurate and complete medical records and documentation of services you provided… Is your documentation meeting the ‘Gold Standard’? The Gold Standard of documentation is when another provider can read the notes, clearly identify the service, and perform the service based on what was documented. Read more…
US studies support the effectiveness of electroacupuncture including… Are you using electroacupuncture in your practice? US studies support the effectiveness of electroacupuncture including: 1. A pain reliever for muscle spasms 2. A treatment for neurological disorders 3. A form of anesthesia 4. Treatment of skin conditions such as acne, renal Read more…
Is your acupuncture practice thinking about joining a Managed Care Network? Here are 3 pros to joining a Managed Care Network… Welcome to your billing and coding weekly solutions by American Acupuncture Council Network (AACN). Is your acupuncture practice thinking about joining a Managed Care Network? Here are 3 Pros Read more…
Are you thinking about joining a Managed Care Network? The two most common Managed Care Networks include… Welcome to your billing and coding weekly solutions by American Acupuncture Council Network (AACN). Are you thinking about joining a Managed Care Network? The two most common Managed Care Networks include: 1. Health Read more…
Why is public relations (PR) important to your acupuncture practice? PR creates a relationship with the public (your potential patients) by communicating and establishing positive message points about… Welcome to your billing and coding weekly solutions by American Acupuncture Council Network (AACN). Why is public relations (PR) important to your Read more…
As an acupuncturist, can you get reimbursed for ICD-10 codes beyond pain? The answer is yes! It is important to note not all insurance carriers are the same, thus coverage will vary. Welcome to your billing and coding weekly solutions by American Acupuncture Council Network (AAC). As an acupuncturist, can Read more…
A cohort study of patients with migraines revealed those who received acupuncture had lower medical expenditures within 1 year of care than those who received no acupuncture care. Welcome to your billing and coding weekly solutions by American Acupuncture Council Network (AAC). Did you know acupuncture can lower medical costs Read more…