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Diagnosis Coding Excludes- A must read update
There have been many offices recently receiving denials for improper use of diagnosis. This is stemming not that the codes are incorrect but that they cannot be coded together on the same claim. This type of denial is due to âType 1 Excludesâ which is a diagnosis rule that does
Administrative Law Judge Rules Against Dry Needling
Florida physical therapists cannot offer âdry needlingâ procedures to their patients, a state judge ruled in a legal challenge filed by a group representing acupuncturists. An Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) issued an order rejecting a proposed rule by the Florida Board of Physical Therapy that set minimum standards for physical
2019 Workersâ Compensation Fees
Network members please not the 2019 fees for workersâ compensation is available for states who publish fees. Note for California providers while there is a general fee schedule there is now some regional adjustments dependent on your location (Medicare localities) that increase the allowance. The network recommends to be aware
A New AAC
Welcome to AAC 3.0, the new and improved AAC Digital Platform. We’ve made some great changes and consolidated our services into one complete platform. The Network, Digital Coding, HIPAA and Seminar Registrations are all here. You are now able to access each service from one login and manage your account
Update: TriWest Healthcare
As of December 7, 2018, TriWest Healthcare Alliance will be the sole 3rd party administrator for Department of Veterans Affairs(VA) Benefits for the entire nation. TriWest will roll out their expansion in five phases over the next eight weeks. If you previously treated veterans via HealthNet or are currently billing
2019 ICD10-CM Updates
The 2019 codes have been published and now are included in with the AAC Info Network. Note these codes can be found by doing a search with â10-1-2018â and this will provide the codes are that are being added, deleted or changed for 2019 specific to acupuncture providers. The codes
ICD-10 Coding Update for 10-16-2016
The following codes are being added 10-1-2016 and are included in this list as the most likely to affect an acupuncture claims and/or conditions. They are listed in Alphabetic/ICD10 order. If you have our digital coding product the codes are in the system as well and can be searched by
Acupuncture AAC Newsletter Winter 2015
Acupuncture AAC Newsletter Winter 2015 ICD10 Coding Primer With the plethora of new codes available in ICD10 some of the language can be overwhelming or at best confusing to decipher. Here are some basic rules to consider when choosing ICD10 codes. When using codes that state âotherâ or âunspecifiedâ
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Are Insurance Claims Draining Your Acupuncture Practice?
What if your acupuncture practice is losing revenue from preventable insurance claim errors? Incorrect coding, incomplete documentation, missing modifiers, and payer-specific requirements can all lead to denials, delayed payments, and money left on the table. Every treatment you provide represents revenue your practice has earned. So getting the claim right
Why Acupuncture Practices Need Smarter Payment Solutions
Discover how smarter payment solutions can help acupuncture practices simplify patient payments, reduce administrative work, improve payment visibility, and support a more efficient financial workflow. Learn what to consider when choosing a payment system, including convenience, integration, security, and HIPAA considerations.
5 Acupuncture Billing Mistakes That Could Cost Your Practice Revenue
5 Acupuncture Billing Mistakes That Could Cost Your Practice Revenue Billing mistakes can quietly reduce the revenue your acupuncture practice should be collecting. A claim may be delayed, rejected, or denied because of a small administrative error, incorrect coding, incomplete documentation, or a misunderstanding of a patient’s insurance benefits. The
Does Health Insurance Cover Acupuncture?
Health insurance may cover acupuncture, but coverage varies by plan, diagnosis, provider, and payer rules. This guide explains what acupuncture practices should verify, how Medicare covers chronic low back pain, why Medicaid rules vary by state, and how careful benefits verification can clarify patient responsibility.
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