In this episode of Auditing Antics, we dive into the latest CMS updates for E/M services, effective Sept 2025. We will break down the changes you need to know to stay compliant and optimize coding accuracy. Perfect for auditors, coders, and compliance professionals looking for a clear, practical guide.#MedicalCoding #EMUpdates #CMS2025 #HealthcareCompliance #AuditingAntics #Telehealth #CriticalCareBilling #HealthcareAuditing #EMservices #MedicalAudit #RevenueCycle #CPTCoding #Podcast #StephanieAllardConsultingReach Out For Compliance Help Now!https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/contactSign up for our updates and the latest compliance news here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/Find our AUDITING ANTICS PODCAST for regular updates and discussions related to compliance in the medical coding and billing industry!https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/auditing-antics-podcastView our compliance consulting, auditing, and education services here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/servicesView our Coding Compliance Connection membership here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/membership View our online shop here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/online-shopView our Etsy shop here!https://sallardconsulting.etsy.com

The global surgical package can be tricky. Trying to figure out what is included, what’s not, and how to code it right. In this episode, we clear up the confusion with practical tips to help stay compliant!#MedicalCoding #BillingCompliance #GlobalSurgicalPackage #HealthcareBilling #CodingTips #RevenueCycle #MedicalBilling #Medical #Healthcare #Compliance #HealthccareCompliance #MedicalAuditing #RemoteWork #Podcast #StephanieAllardConsulting #AuditingAnticsPodcastReach Out For Compliance Help Now!https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/contactSign up for our updates and the latest compliance news here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/Find our AUDITING ANTICS PODCAST for regular updates and discussions related to compliance in the medical coding and billing industry!https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/auditing-antics-podcastView our compliance consulting, auditing, and education services here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/servicesView our Coding Compliance Connection membership here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/membership View our online shop here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/online-shopView our Etsy shop here!https://sallardconsulting.etsy.com

It’s time for your questions to take the spotlight! In this Q&A session, we’re diving into the everyday challenges medical coders, billers, and compliance professionals face. From gray areas in documentation to tricky billing scenarios and compliance red flags, we’ll tackle it all with practical strategies and clear guidance. Tune in for straightforward answers that can help you avoid denials, reduce audit risk, and strengthen your coding confidence.

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In this episode, we shine a light on one of the most common—and costly—mistakes in medical coding: making assumptions. Whether it’s inferring a diagnosis, assuming laterality, or “filling in the blanks” when documentation is unclear, assumption-based coding opens the door to compliance risks, denials, and even audit findings.#MedicalCoding #RevenueCycle #Compliance #MedicalBilling #HealthcareCompliance #CodingEducation #AuditReady #DocumentationMatters #RevenueIntegrity #HealthcareFinance #CoderLife #DenialManagement #HealthLaw #CodingTips #ICD10 #CPTCoding #StephanieAllardConsulting #AuditingAnticsPodcastReach Out For Compliance Help Now!https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/contactSign up for our updates and the latest compliance news here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/Find our AUDITING ANTICS PODCAST for regular updates and discussions related to compliance in the medical coding and billing industry!https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/auditing-antics-podcastView our compliance consulting, auditing, and education services here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/servicesView our Coding Compliance Connection membership here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/membership View our online shop here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/online-shop

Timely provider signatures aren’t just a formality—they’re the green light for revenue flow. Learn how late or missing sign-offs can cost your organization, and strategies to keep documentation on schedule.#MedicalCoding #HealthcareCompliance #MedicalAuditing #CMS #Documentation #AuditReady #MedicareCompliance #CodingEducation #HealthcarePodcast #AuditingAntics #ChartAudits #MedicalNecessity #ComplianceMatters #Healthcare #Medical #RevenueIntegrity #ClinicalDocumentation #MedicalCoderReach Out For Compliance Help Now!https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/contactSign up for our updates and the latest compliance news here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/Find our AUDITING ANTICS PODCAST for regular updates and discussions related to compliance in the medical coding and billing industry!https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/auditing-antics-podcastView our compliance consulting, auditing, and education services here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/servicesView our Coding Compliance Connection membership here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/membership View our online shop here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/online-shop

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In this episode of Auditing Antics, we dive into the growing concerns surrounding the use of templates in documentation and how CMS views their impact on medical necessity, specificity, and over-documentation. Understanding the risks of cloned or boilerplate notes is critical to protecting your organization from denials or recoupments.

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When you're an in-network provider, charging for administrative tasks could violate your payer agreement. We dig into real-world examples and offer practical tips to navigate this growing gray area without triggering compliance issues.#MedicalBilling #HealthcareCompliance #RevenueCycle #MedicalCoding #AuditReady #AdminFees #InNetworkProviders #PayerContracts #HealthcareLaw #AuditingAntics #BillingCompliance #PracticeManagement #MedicalAuditing #HealthLaw #ComplianceMatters #StephanieAllardConsultingReach Out For Compliance Help Now!https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/contactSign up for our updates and the latest compliance news here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/Find our AUDITING ANTICS PODCAST for regular updates and discussions related to compliance in the medical coding and billing industry!https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/auditing-antics-podcastView our compliance consulting, auditing, and education services here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/servicesView our Coding Compliance Connection membership here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/membership View our online shop here! https://www.stephanieallardconsulting.com/online-shop

When your medical practice is facing an external investigation, preparation and understanding are your best defense. In this episode with Sean Weiss and Eric Rubenstein, we will break down how to navigate the complex process of medical coding and billing investigations whether prompted by the government, a commercial payer or a whistleblower complaint. Tune in for practical tips and expert insight that every compliance officer, coder, auditor and healthcare leader should know.

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