Anatomy and Physiology Prefix and Suffix list (2024)

Anatomy and Physiology Prefixes and Suffixes

Anatomy and physiology are two most important subjects of the life sciences. Anatomy explain the external and internal structures of the body and their physical relationship, and in physiology study of the functions of body parts and their structures. Anatomy and Physiology prefix and suffix list contain all terms and their respective descriptions, it will … Read more

TOB Codes 2024 – UB04 Type of Bill Codes List

ub04 type of bill codes list

TOB Code or Type of Bill Codes is a 4 digit alphanumeric code that identifies the kind of bill submitted to a payer from the billing company. TOB codes specify different parts of information on the UB-04 claim form or CMS-1450 claim form. UB04 Type of Bill Codes List reported in field locator 4 on line … Read more

Denial Code PR 119 | Maximum Benefit Met Denial (2024)

pr 119 denial code reason and handling

Denial code PR 119 means in medical billing is a benefit for the patient has been reached the maximum for this time period or occurrence has been reached. CO119 or PR 119 denial code has same description as maximum benefit met means patient has received the maximum benefits of his insurance plan in terms of … Read more

PR 27 Denial Code Descriptions – Coverage Terminated (2024)

PR 27 denial code in medical billing

As an expert in medical billing, understanding the nuances of various denial codes is crucial for efficient claims management. PR 27 denial code that indicates that the coverage was terminated at the time the service was provided. This denial is often received when the insurance policy was not active on the date of service (DOS) … Read more

OA 18 Denial Code – Exact Duplicate Claim (2024)

oa 18 denial codes description

OA-18 denial code means exact duplicate claims or services. Exact duplicate means submitted claim is duplicate of another claim in terms of date of service (DOS), Type of service, Provider number, procedure code or CPT, place of service (POS) and billed amount. OA 18 comes in Medicare and in the case of other insurance, it … Read more

93306 CPT Code description- Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE)

cpt code 93306

As many would know, the term CPT tends to refer to the current procedural terminology. This important code is quite prevalent in the entire United States of America and it actually allows for a very effective system of billing when it comes to the medical domain. In this article, we discuss CPT code 93306 which … Read more

CPT Code 80053 Description- Comprehensive Metabolic Panel

Comprehensive Metabolic Panel cpt code 80053

The CPT code 80053 is associated with the Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP). This specific code 80053 is utilized for invoicing purposes in the context of a set of blood tests that provide insights into various organ functions. In simple language CMP is a set of 14 blood tests that check the levels of 14 chemicals … Read more

CO-9 and CO-10 Denial Code Description

CO 9 and CO 10 denial code Description

In medical billing, the CO-9 denial code indicates that the diagnosis code submitted on a claim is not consistent with the patient’s age. This means that the medical condition or diagnosis reported does not align with the expected conditions for someone of that particular age. For example, if a claim is submitted for a 5-year-old … Read more

CO 5 Denial Code – Procedure Code is Inconsistent with Place of Service

co 5 denial code explanation

The concept of medical billing is quite structured and formalized in a way that it helps not only the claimants but also the insurance company itself. In order to get the claim from your insurance company, it is imperative that you make the details inclusive and cohesive. Co 5 denial code means the “procedure code … Read more

CO 4 Denial Code – Procedure code is inconsistent with the Modifier

denial code co-4

When it comes to getting the claims from your insurance, it is quite a lengthy affair. One has to be specifically clear about what the requirements are and ensure that there is no kind of misinformation mentioned. CO 4 Denial code represents procedure code is not compatible with the modifier used in services Billing for … Read more