Top Pathology Coding Errors of 2024 & How to Avoid Them

Описание: As the pathology and lab landscape continues to rapidly evolve, it’s become more crucial than ever for billing and coding teams to stay on top of the latest changes in order to avoid errors that could impact revenue and put providers in the crosshairs of auditors. With that in mind, how can a proactive approach help providers avoid running afoul of payer denials, audits, and takeback requests?

During a recent live webinar, our team uncovered the most common pathology coding errors of 2024 and provided the tools to identify and avoid them. Our expert coders offer breakdowns of each error before providing actionable insights to help you avoid these mistakes moving forward. Whether you're a seasoned provider or billing professional, this session will equip you with the knowledge to protect your revenue and ensure timely reimbursements.

We cover:

-Overview (4:55)
-IHC Stains (6:45)
-Special Stains (12:10)
-Fine Needle Aspirate (FNA) Adequacy (16:05)
-Specimen Level Errors (19:50)
-Comingled Tissue (23:30)
-Documentation Issues (28:20)
-Considerations for Molecular and Genetic Testing (31:45)
-Q&A (37:00)

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