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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Sep 1

Effective Date: October 2025

NOTE: Remission and Resolved from a coding stand point is different.

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Sep 1

Lifestyle interventions: Documentation of lifestyle modifications (like diet an exercise) that contributed to achieving remission.

Provider Clarification: If the provider's documentation is unclear about the remission status, a query is necessary to obtain the required details....

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Sep 1

if the condition is in remission. The provider MUST document if the patient's condition is in remission.

Required Documentation:
Sustained Glycemic Control (An HBAIc of less than 6.5%)
Duration: Minimum of 3 consecutive months
Medication Status: No active diabetic medication .....

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Sep 1

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There's major changes in reporting Diabetes without complications. 🧵

New code E11.A- is for Type 2 diabetes mellitus in REMISSION WITHOUT complications. These changes requires specific documentation from the provider. Coders cannot assume...

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Aug 20

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In 2026, expect some updates for ICD-10-CM. There's 487 NEW diagnoses; 38 code revisions and 28 deleted codes.

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Aug 19

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Great news! CMS proposes to expand telehealth services. Also, a major shift for 2026 CMS will allow direct supervision to be fulfilled remotely (ONLY for audio/video communication). DOES NOT include Audio only services. 👉🏾Follow for more updates!

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Jul 21

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On June 18, 2025 U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas issued a ruling vacating the 2024 HIPAA Privacy Rule provision. 👇👇👇👇

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Mar 13

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Mar 13

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🚨 Think you know medical coding?
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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Mar 12

An optimized front desk boosts patient retention, revenue, and operational efficiency. Let’s talk about how we can customize solutions for your practice! 🚀

Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Mar 12

🏥 Infrastructure Enhancements:

🌟Set up dedicated spaces for patient interactions to maintain privacy.

🌟Upgrade communication systems for faster coordination.

🌟Ensure front desk layout allows easy access to resources and patient flow.

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Mar 12

Performance Metrics & Monitoring – Regular audits and feedback sessions can help identify bottlenecks and improve front desk operations.

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Mar 12

Automated Systems – Implement EHR-integrated scheduling, insurance verification, and patient portal systems to streamline workflow.

Clear Front Desk Protocols – Standardized check-in/out procedures, payment collection, and communication processes reduce errors and delays.

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Mar 12

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Now, let's talk about solutions to a more efficient front desk... Yes, another 🧵🧵⚕️

Comprehensive Staff Training – Equip front desk staff w strong customer service skills, medical coding knowledge, & appointment scheduling efficiency.

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Mar 12

Moreover, a negative patient experience can result in the loss of at least seven potential patients. Investing in competent front desk staff is essential to prevent revenue loss and maintain a thriving practice.

Stay tuned for the next thread! We're going to have some solutions to help!⚕️👩🏾‍⚕️🥼🏥

Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Mar 12

Poor front desk operations can lead to significant financial losses; for instance, medical practices lose more than $41 billion annually due to bad customer service.

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Mar 12

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Did You Know?!? 🤔🤔

A well-trained front desk is vital for medical offices, ensuring exceptional customer service, accurate knowledge, and high patient retention. 🧵🧵

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OncoDaily @oncodaily.bsky.social · Mar 12

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Debunking Common Myths About Triple-Negative Breast Cancer - BCRF - OncoDaily

Debunking Common Myths About Triple-Negative Breast Cancer - BCRF / cancer, OncoDaily, Oncology, The Breast Cancer Research Foundation, Triple-Negative Breast

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@whitecoatsandcorgis @whitecoatscorgis.bsky.social · Mar 12

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Mar 12

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New Policy for Complexity Add-on Code G2211 🔥👇🏾🔥👇🏾🔥👇🏾🔥👇🏾🔥

Remember, G2211 is for 'longitudinal care' but Modifier 25 is now allowed. See below. Let's discuss

Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Mar 12

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H O T P🔥🔥

As of January 1, 2025 CMS is now allowing G2211 with an E/M and Modifier -25 for the following services:

✅Annual Wellness Visit (AWV)

✅Vaccine Administration

✅Part B preventive

➡️➡️Check out the excerpt below and the link👇🏾👇🏾

www.cms.gov/files/docume...

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Mar 12

#physiciansky #signalboost
H O T P🔥🔥

As of January 1, 2025 CMS is now allowing G2211 with an E/M and Modifier -25 for the following services:

✅Annual Wellness Visit (AWV)

✅Vaccine Administration

✅Part B preventive

➡️➡️Check out the excerpt below and the link👇🏾👇🏾

www.cms.gov/files/docume...

Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Feb 25

🚨 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! 🚨

We’re growing, evolving, and taking things to the next level! 🌟

Chester Interactive Medical Coding (CIMC) is transitioning to a new name-
✨ Vital Med Coding Course! ✨

This transformation reflects our commitment to providing top-tier medical coding education!

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Odd Thomas [redacted] DO 🪓 @tom.medsky.social · Nov 19

This is what is meant by engagement farming. Only you can decide if you want your feed full of this nonsense.

Repost! Retweet! We will follow you back!

A post from "Call to activism":

Can we try again? Blue Sky has a weird glitch where it only shows us the first 500 comments.

If you’d like us to follow you back can you repost this and leave a note below?

We may need to do this a few times to get everyone! 💙

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Nov 18

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#G2211 #cimccourse #cimcprogram

UPDATE G2211 (November 2024):
CMS is finalizing payment for G2211 when used with 99202-99215 and Annual Wellness Visits (AWV), Vaccine Admin, and IPPEs performed in an outpatient setting. THIS IS TENTATIVE

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Chester Interactive Medical Coding Program (Vital Med coming sn) @cimcprogram.bsky.social · Nov 17

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We have two courses for those ready to take their career to the next level!

20-week
32-week
Medical Books included!

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