by zhealth | Nov 5, 2024 | Chiropractic Codes
The ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision) coding system is a globally recognized framework used to classify and code various diagnoses, symptoms, and procedures. For chiropractors, ICD-10 serves as a critical tool for billing insurance... 
by zhealth | Oct 22, 2024 | Chiropractic Codes
Chiropractic CPT codes are crucial in chiropractic insurance billing, where specific treatments and services must be precisely coded for proper reimbursement. There are four commonly used CPT codes, including 98940, 98941, 98942, and 98943. We have created detailed... 
by zhealth | Aug 26, 2024 | Chiropractic Codes
Chiropractic care focuses on diagnosing and treating neuromuscular disorders, primarily through manual adjustments and manipulations of the spine. It’s a holistic approach that emphasizes the body’s ability to heal itself, often without the use of surgery... 
by zhealth | Jul 22, 2024 | Chiropractic Codes
Chiropractic CPT codes are crucial for the insurance billing process. Errors in billing can lead to costly denials and delays, impacting your practice’s financial health. Coverage for chiropractic services is specifically limited to manual manipulation of the... 
by zhealth | Jun 12, 2024 | Chiropractic Codes
In chiropractic billing, using the correct CPT codes are crucial for ensuring that services are accurately reimbursed. One of the CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) codes that chiropractors use often is 98941 CPT code. This blog will explore when to use 98941... 
by zhealth | Jun 7, 2024 | Chiropractic Codes
Chiropractic ICD-10 codes are essential for recording diagnoses, symptoms, and procedures for every patient encounter. Not just for record purposes, ICD-10 codes (International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision) also play a crucial role in chiropractic... 
by zhealth | Jun 3, 2024 | Chiropractic Codes
Do you offer mechanical traction in your chiropractic office? Or maybe you already do but you are wondering how to use it correctly on claims for better reimbursement. Let’s dive in to learn how and when to use this chiropractic CPT code. 97012 CPT Code for... 
by zhealth | May 28, 2024 | Chiropractic Codes
[This post was originally published on 25th August 2021. It has been updated on 28th May 2024] Chiropractic codes are an integral part of the chiropractic billing and coding process. Using the chiropractic CPT codes accurately can streamline coding practices and... 
by zhealth | Feb 7, 2024 | Chiropractic Codes
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have released the updates for the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD-10) for the fiscal year 2023. Staying informed about crucial updates is... 
by zhealth | Nov 21, 2023 | Chiropractic Codes
Chiropractic care goes beyond spinal adjustments; it encompasses a spectrum of therapeutic procedures designed to enhance patients’ well-being. In the realm of chiropractic billing and coding, understanding the nuances of specific Current Procedural Terminology... 
by zhealth | Jun 2, 2023 | Chiropractic Codes
There are nearly 11,000 CPT codes to account for all the different variations of healthcare treatments. While chiropractor billing codes are divided into three categories – Category I, Category II, and Category III, most chiropractors primarily use Category I... 
by zhealth | Oct 10, 2022 | Chiropractic Codes
Are you using CPT code 97014 in your chiropractic billing? If yes, you need to read this. In chiropractic treatments, electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) is often used to treat chronic back pain, post-surgical pain, joint pain, arthritis, fibromyalgia, muscle injury... 
by zhealth | Aug 17, 2022 | Chiropractic Codes
In 2023, chiropractic services are required to be closely aligned with the patient’s condition and should only be billed when deemed reasonably and medically necessary. It’s important to note that billing is restricted to direct services provided directly... 
by zhealth | Jun 24, 2022 | Chiropractic Codes
We received this question from a chiropractic practice: “I have noticed my insurance reimbursements are gradually decreasing since January 2022. I have also received a letter from one of my insurance companies that says my charges for 9894x and 992xx codes are higher... 
by zhealth | May 17, 2022 | Chiropractic Codes
In 1999, the chiropractic CPT code – 97140 – was introduced. It replaced three chiropractic codes: Joint Mobilization (97260/5), Manual Traction (97122), and Myofascial Release (97250). To date, many chiropractors face difficulty in getting reimbursed for the 97140... 
by zhealth | Apr 15, 2022 | Chiropractic Codes
Imagine if you received a claim denial message from an insurance payer and it states: “THIS SERVICE IS NOT PAID. THE SUBMITTED DIAGNOSIS CODE IS NOT SPECIFIC ENOUGH FOR THE ACCURATE DETERMINATION OF BENEFIT ELIGIBILITY.” What would you do? We will tell you why... 
by zhealth | Sep 24, 2021 | Chiropractic Codes
The International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-10 code is a seven-character, alphanumeric code that is used by chiropractic practices and healthcare providers to communicate the diagnosis to the patient’s insurance company. This coding system was introduced into... 
by zhealth | Sep 14, 2021 | Chiropractic Codes
One of our managed billing consultants received this question: “I have noticed that my insurance reimbursements are decreasing. I see a lot of patients but I am not getting paid what I deserve. What could be the reason?” We get it. It’s frustrating when a provider... 