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Understand urinary system anatomy to conquer coding related conditions and procedures
The urinary system might not be one of the body systems people are most eager to discuss, but learning the anatomy of the urinary system is key in coding certain procedures, especially in the surgical and interventional radiology specialties. Note: To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
Exploring the differences between endometriomas and endometriosis
The words “endometriosis” and “endometrioma” look similar, but as Lori-Lynne A. Webb, CPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, COBGC, writes, these conditions vary greatly in terms of physiology and coding. 
Review major components of the 2018 OPPS proposed rule
The 2018 OPPS proposed rule is one of the shortest—and latest—in recent memory, being released July 13 at only 663 pages, but it contains major proposed policy changes for the 340B drug discount program, incorporates new modifiers, and expands packaging to drug administration for the first time.  
Healthcare news: 2018 ICD-10-CM guidelines address controversial ‘with’ language
One of the most controversial changes to the 2017 ICD-10-CM guidelines was the contradictory guidance for the term “with,” and that issue is addressed in the 2018 version of the guidelines. 
Q&A: Identifying acceptable copy and paste in provider documentation
Q: What are some times when it might be acceptable for a provider to copy and paste medical information into an electronic health record and when is it absolutely not acceptable? 
 

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