Medical Coding
Stay Ahead with Protouch Medical’s Expertise
At Protouch Medical Billing, we provide comprehensive medical coding services to ensure that every diagnosis, procedure, and treatment is accurately documented and coded in compliance with the latest ICD-10 and CPT standards. Our specialized coding team ensures that your practice not only meets regulatory guidelines but also maximizes reimbursement while minimizing claim denials.
Contact UsComprehensive Medical Coding & Auditing
Our team of AAPC and AHIMA-certified coders offers a full suite of medical coding and auditing services, including:
Independent Coding Reviews:
Regular coding audits to identify discrepancies and optimize coding accuracy.
Telehealth Coding:
Complete coverage of telemedicine services, ensuring compliance with billing for virtual visits.
Evaluation & Management (E/M) Coding:
Comprehensive E/M services that ensure precise documentation of medical decision-making, following all CMS guidelines.
We "plug" revenue leaks by performing granular chart reviews and offering providers educational support on billable services, leading to immediate improvements in monthly reimbursements.
Key Coding Systems We Specialize In
ICD-10 Compliance:
We strictly follow ICD-10-CM for accurate disease classification and diagnosis coding. This system is essential for tracking patient conditions, medical records, and ensuring proper reimbursement.
CPT Coding Standards:
Our team utilizes CPT to accurately code medical procedures and services. This ensures that services provided by healthcare professionals are properly documented for billing and reimbursement.
HCPCS Coding for Supplies and Services:
We also manage HCPCS coding, particularly for billing Medicare and Medicaid services, durable medical equipment, and other supplies.
Specialty-Specific Coding Expertise
We understand that each medical specialty has its unique coding challenges. Protouch Medical Billing provides specialized coding services for various fields, ensuring that coding is precise and aligned with the specific procedures and terminology used in your practice. Whether it’s cardiology, orthopedics, or another specialty, our coders stay current with the latest standards, reducing errors and ensuring compliance.
The Benefits of Accurate Medical Coding
Maximized Reimbursement:
Accurate coding directly affects your revenue cycle, ensuring that all billable services are captured and reimbursed at the correct rates.
Reduced Claim Denials
By adhering to ICD-10 and CPT coding standards, we minimize coding errors, reducing the risk of denials, audits, and delays.
Regulatory Compliance
We ensure your practice meets all coding compliance requirements, avoiding penalties and maintaining your credibility with payers.
Key Services We Offer
Telehealth Coding
We provide comprehensive telehealth and telemedicine coding services. Our coders are trained to cover every aspect of telehealth, ensuring that all services are accurately coded and billed.
External Coding Audits
Our certified coding auditors help identify discrepancies in ICD-10 and CPT codes. After reviewing coding charts, we suggest necessary modifications to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Independent Coding Reviews
By maintaining compliance and ensuring maximum reimbursement, we help your practice handle insurance rebuttals efficiently, ensuring you get paid for every service rendered.
Evaluation & Management (E/M) Coding
We offer full-spectrum E/M coding services across all specialties. Our coders focus on assigning error-free codes to support accurate medical decision-making (MDM) for your practice.
Additional Services
Provider Education & Webinars
We offer educational webinars and meetings for healthcare providers to identify revenue-losing areas, provide coding updates, and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Customized Templates for Providers
We offer tailored templates to streamline patient progress notes, ensuring documentation is done effectively and in a timely manner.
External Licensing & Recredentialing Support
Our team helps practices stay compliant with licensing requirements, and we provide support for recredentialing with insurance companies.