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Our consulting expertise at your fingertips Are you mystified by the coding and billing requirements for diagnostic ultrasound procedures? Fear not, our Ultrasound Coder book will guide you through the intricacies! This timely resource distills the coding experience of MedLearn Publishings national consulting practice, combined with Medicare coverage policies and billing guidelines. Highlights: * CPT codes, billing tips and coding guidance related to biopsy, aspiration, needle localization and vascular-access procedures * Eliminates the confusion associated with coding for non-invasive peripheral duplex and Doppler vascular procedures, including ankle brachial index (ABI) assessments * Explains the difference between complete and limited abdominal/retroperitoneal scans * Detailed information related to coding for echocardiography (fetal and non-fetal) in the hospital and physician office setting * Case studies addressing many common concerns pertaining to the application of CPT codes, plus a chapter devoted to answering many frequently asked questions * Updated APC payments and physician fee schedules * Appendices containing detailed information related to the ordering of additional diagnostic tests by the radiologist * Documentation examples for both obstetrical and non-OB procedures * At-a-glance tables with codes, modifiers, payments and descriptions