CPT® codes for patients at home in a residence: New patient: 99341, 99342, 99344, 99345 Established patient: 99347−99350 These codes are used to report services in a patient’s home or in a residence. “Home may be defined as a private residence, temporary lodging, or short -term accommodation (eg, hotel, campground, hostel, or cruise ship).” These […]
Archives for March 2026
The Prime Directive of HCC coding
The Department of Justice, Office of Public Affairs released a notice on Jan. 14, 2026 stating that the government had entered into a settlement with Kaiser Permanente, et al for false claims related to HCC coding. The government contended that Kaiser had overbilled CMS by a billion dollars over a nine-year period. Kaiser agreed to […]
The Ideal Audit Review Meeting
Do you hope for the perfect audit review meeting? You audit an entire team of providers who either have 100% accuracy or they don’t, but they greet your feedback with grace and humility. It helps when you of direct communication and real curiosity and engagement with the medical team, but results are not guaranteed. Auditing […]
Coding vs. Clinical Validation
Understanding Distinct Roles, Responsibilities, and Qualifications in Healthcare Documentation Two critical functions are often misunderstood or conflated: medical coding and clinical validation. While both are essential to accurate documentation, appropriate reimbursement, and regulatory compliance, they are fundamentally different disciplines that require distinct skill sets, credentials, and areas of expertise. Confusing these roles—or allowing one professional […]
In Focus: CPT® Coding for Revascularization Procedures – Lower Extremities | Webinar
Recorded April 16th, 2026
1 CEU expires 4/30/27
Guest presenter Shannon McCall of HCPro
CY 2026 ushered in a revamp of the prior Endovascular Revascularization of the Lower Extremities (CPT® 37254-37299) to reflect current practices, complexities, and technology.
RVUs and Physician Compensation
Nicoletti Notes March 2026 Published on March 10th, 2026 It’s the time of year when residents are looking for jobs, evaluating offers, and deciding where to take their first attending job. It’s exciting. Congratulations to finishing med school and residency. It’s the time of year when residents are weighing geography, the culture of an organization, […]