Archive for May 2018
Coding Tip of the Month – May 2018
Spinal Fusion vs. Spinal Stabilization The First Q 2018 (P. 22) Coding Clinic provided clarification that stated spinal fusion procedures without bone graft cannot be coded to the root operation “Fusion”. The rationale for this advice is that while the root operation of “fusion” does not require the use of bone graft, the spinal fusion…
Read MoreUASI Named Exceptional Performer in KLAS 2018 Outsourced Coding Report
In its 2018 report released earlier this year, KLAS Research cited UASI’s stable of expert coders, our extensive education program and strong management as factors which set us apart from our industry peers. UASI also scored above average in every one of KLAS’s 5 key metrics in the sector: coding quality, coding productivity, quality assurance process, management of coders, and scaling flexibility.
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