As any physician will attest, no one wants to leave money on the table or be accused of submitting incorrect claims. And yet every year, as neurosurgical practices are faced with the daunting task of understanding the newest coding and billing rules, many fail to educate themselves on the new guidelines. The result: lower revenue potential, increased denials and greater operating/administrative costs for the practice.
Adding to this substantial challenge is the scheduled implementation of ICD-10-CM diagnostic codes. The delayed implementation of ICD-10 underscores the magnitude of change and the amount of preparation required for an efficient transition.