Medical Coding Services

  We are an exceptional nationwide medical coding company, providing full Health Information Services, as well as remote medical coding for healthcare providers from coast to coast.  

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ENT Medical Coding

Coding for ENT (ear, nose, and throat) specialists, or otolaryngologists, is a decidedly intricate task. The complexities with which certified ENT specialty coders are faced necessitate broad experience that includes specific, sweeping understanding of pertinent medical terminology, related anatomy, and physiology. ENT’s diagnose and treat diseases of the ear, nose, throat, and mouth as well as structures of the face and neck. READ MORE……

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Medical Coding for General Surgery

Coding for a general surgery practice, whether a solo or group practice, is an immensely complex task. General surgery is comprised of a wide range of services and procedures that run the gamut from routine to the profoundly complicated. General surgeons conduct surgical measures including endoscopic procedures and certain repairs, TAP anesthetic blocks, and procedures relating to the alimentary canal (digestive system organs), breasts, endocrine system, the skin, certain vascular concerns, and traumatic injury. Some of the more difficult claims to code involve bilateral surgeries and multiple surgical procedures performed the same day. READ MORE……

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Medical Coding for Cardiology

Medical coding for cardiologists entails a specialized set of skills that are vital when applying the diverse, and highly precise, diagnoses and procedures that define this type of practice. Within the cardiology specialty field, there exists a determined need for heightened specificity and qualified documentation with respect to the subsequent effects of any treatment/procedure and the patient's status and condition. These demands call for an experienced, certified cardiology coding specialist. READ MORE…..

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Medical Coding for Neurology

The span of services rendered by neurology specialists demands exceptional and experienced neurology coders to appropriately interpret and relay the myriad of possible diagnostic and evaluation scenarios in addition to the neurological conditions and diseases treated. Coding of these intricate services presents a challenge for even the most experienced medical coder. Proper interpretation and code application will ensure that revenue streams are sustained and that your practice is in compliance with all regulatory bodies. Read more……

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Medical Coding Services for Radiation Oncology

Radiation oncology, as the branch of medicine concerned with the use of ionizing radiation in the treatment of cancer, and certain non-malignant medical conditions, is comprised of several layers of care and treatment modalities that are highly complex in nature. Coding for radiation oncology requires a unique set of skills and abilities that are specific to this highly technical and multi-faceted clinical specialty. Certified radiation oncology coding specialists are adept at navigating the subtleties and distinctions that define this field of concentration including the various procedures that comprise treatment delivery. READ MORE…..

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Psychiatry Medical Coding

Medical coding for psychiatry presents unique challenges due to the extensive range of diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and services provided. Expectations when coding for psychiatric practices involve expanded descriptions and explanations of case complexity and specificity. Professional psychiatric medical coders are equipped with a profound knowledge of the DSM-5 and have the expert ability to interpret and appropriately code for the complex determinations that make up each patient event. READ MORE…….

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Benefits Of Choosing Remote Medical Coding Services

Outsourcing your medical coding work to a coding company is a simple way for your organization to complete coding work in a timely manner during unconventional hours. You can reduce expenses associated with employing coding employees by letting an outside company manage their employment. Remote medical coding can have significant benefits that improve your company’s position.  READ MORE.....

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How is Hospital Medical Coding Different from Physician Medical Coding

Physicians and hospitals depend upon accurate medical coding to ensure they are properly paid by patients and insurance companies. Coding is a very time-intensive, precision-oriented procedure, and errors caused by understaffed facilities or improperly trained coders can cost healthcare providers thousands of dollars a year. While medical coding is an integral part of business practice in all facilities, coding in doctors’ offices can be different than coding in hospitals and other larger institutions.  READ MORE.....

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Why Would I Outsource Medical Coding For My Healthcare Facility

hile always a difficult process, medical coding has become a highly technical skill that requires trained specialists. New regulations over the last few years have made medical coding more complex than ever, making outsourcing a very practical solution, whether cleaning up a billing backlog or on a permanent basis. READ MORE....

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What is Outsourced Coding Services for Hospitals

Medical coders usually require their own set of training separate from doctors and nurses, most especially involving studying various code books (which list codes, descriptions and other such goodies) as reference for their work. Often, medical coders are also medical billers as well. READ MORE

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Medical Coding Specialist

Medical Coding services are a major part of the entire healthcare system these days, as it drives the revenue cycles and is also dependent upon specialists. These are specialists are known as Medical Coding Specialists who are quite skilled in nature, and have a vast knowledge about the medical terms and conditions. They specialize in registering and recording the entire patient history with the help of medical codes in an accurate manner to track the patient’s account easily and to deal with the insurance policies. READ MORE......

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Medical Record Coding

Medical Record Coding service envelops the entire history of the patient; even the cause of the medical aid is obligatory, as it is required for patient history and claims. These formalities are required to avoid any kind of healthcare fraud and abuse. As the basis for recompense, a suitable medical records coding company is essential, as healthcare providers seek to assure obedience with official coding guidelines. Medical coding the data also solves various purposes for internal use by institutions with respect to quality management activities, case-mix management, future planning, marketing processes, and other administrative and research activities. READ MORE........

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Medical Coding Client Testimonials

Testimonials about PDN Medical Coding Services

Many of PDN’s clients appreciate our effort in fulfilling their medical coding needs. We offer remote medical coding services to many nationwide health care facilities through our centralized remote coding lab. READ MORE........

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HIM Quality Control – Successfully improving patient care.

The quality of care for patients has consistently been the top priority in any healthcare facility for over a century.  Back in the days when hospitals were small, independent facilities there was no bottom line to be concerned about.  The only concern was the patient and no request was too big to fulfill. Today, the patient is still the number one priority, but the rules of how that patient is cared for has changed dramatically.  Hospitals, for example, have basically become corporations that have to operate under strict laws and regulations, and those laws are constantly changing.  The one area in hospital administration that keeps things working efficiently and effectively is Health Information Management (HIM) Quality Control.  This area of expertise is growing and is vital to maintaining compliance within the federal laws under which hospitals operate. READ MORE........

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Team Facilitation Techniques - Building a successful team today for the future.

The old saying “there is strength in numbers” is words of wisdom when it comes to team building within an organization.  Creating a positive atmosphere by establishing a strong team dynamic is essential to the success of the business.  Every member of an organization has strengths and weaknesses. The idea of team building is to turn those weaknesses into strengths and build a team that can successfully work together.  By engaging your members in certain team “games” to encourage learning together, you can create a natural and powerful team dynamic.  There are several team facilitation techniques you can explore to see which ones may be the right fit for your particular organization. READ MORE.......

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Is a Medical Coding Job The Right Career Choice For Me

Medical Coding

Medical coding is sometimes associated with medical billing. Medical coding is different from medical billing.  If we were to argue, medical coding can be considered as an essential process in medical billing. When a patient receives health care from either outpatient services or inpatient services, the provider is required to document for every service provided. READ MORE............

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How to Prepare for ICD-10 Medical Coding

The countdown to the implementation of ICD-10 medical coding is ticking away. As of October 1, 2015, all diagnosis reported or discharged as of that date will required to be coded utilizing the new coding guidelines. While some providers and other medical professionals have hoped for an extension to this deadline, that does not appear to be likely according to HHS. If you haven’t already begun, it’s time to start preparing for the changes. READ MORE......