Anthony Poggio, DPM

Coding In 2007: What You Should Know

01/03/2007

As the calendar turns to 2007, podiatrists should be aware of the changes to reimbursement codes instituted by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Starting on January 1, there are a number of changes that will affect...

As the calendar turns to...

01/03/2007

Podiatry Today

How To Reduce Claim Denials

09/03/2005

Anthony Poggio , DPM;

Getting a denial for claims is, at best, upsetting for both the doctor and staff. Often, the doctor sees this in a negative light. If the dollar amount in question is small, he or she may totally disregard it, believing it is “not worth...

Getting a denial for claims...

09/03/2005

Podiatry Today

Inside Secrets To DME Billing

01/03/2005

Anthony Poggio , DPM;

Many doctors already dispense supplies and durable medical equipment (DME) from their offices for patient use. Others will simply write a prescription and send the patient to a DME provider. This is potentially a lost source of revenue for...

Many doctors already dispense...

01/03/2005

Podiatry Today

Key Coding Insights For Skin Conditions And Wounds

10/03/2004

Anthony Poggio , DPM;

Given the vast array of dermatological conditions and wounds that we see in our practices, having a strong understanding of commonly used codes for these conditions is essential but not always simple. With this in mind, let’s take a closer...

Given the vast array of...

10/03/2004

Podiatry Today

Maximize Your Reimbursement: A Guide To Billing In Diabetic Care

03/03/2003

Anthony Poggio , DPM;

Diabetes is one of the more common conditions that we treat. Our training and expertise in this area make us an integral part of the multidisciplinary team approach. Given that diabetes is a multi-system disorder, diagnosis and treatment...

Diabetes is one of the more...

03/03/2003

Podiatry Today

What You Should Ask Before Signing A Managed Care Contract

04/03/2002

Anthony Poggio , DPM;

Which managed care contracts should you sign? Which are truly beneficial for our individual practices? Many of us sign up for every managed care contract out of a sense of fear. There is this notion that if you don’t sign up, someone else...

Which managed care contracts...

04/03/2002

Podiatry Today

How To Appeal Denied Claims

07/24/2012

Anthony Poggio , DPM;

Even if the monetary totals at stake are small, denied insurance claims can add up and negatively impact your practice. This author provides pearls for ensuring your denied claims receive payment, offering insights on dealing with insurance...

Even if the monetary totals at...

07/24/2012

Podiatry Today

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Billing Pitfalls: How To Avoid An Audit

07/27/2017

Anthony Poggio , DPM;

No podiatric practice wants to risk the hassle and stress of an audit. This author provides advice on keeping your documentation in order to avoid an audit, including the correct use of modifiers and ensuring accurate coding for new...

No podiatric practice wants to...

07/27/2017

Podiatry Today

A Guide To Coding For Outpatient And In-Hospital Debridement

07/27/2011

Anthony Poggio , DPM;

In order to ensure proper coding and timely reimbursement, it is essential to have a heightened awareness of recent changes to debridement codes. Accordingly, this author offers a closer look at the new codes and discusses criteria for...

In order to ensure proper...

07/27/2011

Podiatry Today

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Correcting The Top Five Common Mistakes In Coding

10/22/2018

Anthony Poggio , DPM;

A seemingly minor mistake in coding can lead to claim denials and reduced reimbursement. This author takes a closer look at common coding pitfalls, including errors with modifiers, downcoding and LCDs, and how to reduce repeat coding...

A seemingly minor mistake in...

10/22/2018

Podiatry Today