Cardiothoracic Surgery
Billing Services
Is Cardiothoracic Surgery billing slowing down your practice? We deliver custom billing solutions designed to eliminate errors and speed up payments. Let us transform your revenue cycle with unmatched precision, so you can spend more time advancing patient care.
Complete Revenue Cycle Management Services For Cardiothoracic Surgery
Our Comprehensive Cardiothoracic Surgery Billing Services
We Take Care Of Patient Collection & Statement
Effective patient collection and clear statements are essential for the financial health of any healthcare practice. A transparent and well-organized billing process builds trust. In Cardiothoracic Surgery Billings, we handle patient collections with precision, ensuring every statement is clear and concise. By streamlining the billing process, we minimize delays and help healthcare providers maintain steady cash flow while offering patients a seamless payment experience.
A HIPAA Compliant Medical Billing Company
Medicotechllc delivers the best results that we speak of. We have the expertise, the resources, and the trust of the providers working with us now. You can experience this too by simply reaching out to us, and you will no longer face administrative burdens, cash flow problems, or a lack of professional insight. As a HIPAA-compliant billing services provider, we ensure your practice is in safe hands. Additionally, we prioritize data security, ensuring all sensitive information is protected at the highest level.
Challenges Faced In Cardiothoracic Surgery Billing
Why Outsource Your Cardiothoracic Surgery Billing Services To Medicotechllc?
Outsourcing isn’t just cutting the billing cost; it’s much more than that. When you outsource billing services, it results in administrative relief, freeing up time to improve patient care. Certified billers and coders ensure accurate and efficient processing. Outsourcing also ensures compliance with the latest regulations, reducing the risk of errors and denials. It allows healthcare providers to focus on their core tasks, boosting overall practice efficiency and revenue.
Cardiothoracic Surgery CPT Codes
1) Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
- 33510–33536: Coronary artery bypass using venous grafts.
- 33533: Coronary artery bypass using arterial grafts.
- 33519: Coronary artery bypass with aortic valve replacement.
- 33572: Coronary endarterectomy, open, any method, of LAD, circumflex, or RCA.
2) Valve Procedures
- 33400–33417: Surgical procedures on the aortic valve.
- 33422–33478: Surgical procedures on the mitral valve.
- 33411: Aortic valve replacement.
- 33413: Aortic valve repair.
- 33416: Mitral valve replacement.
- 33418: Mitral valve repair.
- 33421: Tricuspid valve replacement.
- 33423: Tricuspid valve repair.
3) Pacemaker & Defibrillator Procedures
- 33202–33249: Insertion or replacement of pacemaker or implantable defibrillator.
- 33250–33281: Electrophysiologic operative procedures on the heart and pericardium.
- 33210: Insertion of temporary pacemaker.
- 33217: Permanent pacemaker insertion with atrial and ventricular leads.
- 33221: Implantable defibrillator insertion.
4) Phrenic Nerve Stimulation
- 33276–33288: Phrenic nerve stimulation system.
- 33276: Insertion of phrenic nerve stimulation system.
- 33288: Removal of phrenic nerve stimulator.
5) Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor
- 33285–33289: Introduction or removal of subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor.
- 33286: Insertion of subcutaneous implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD).
- 33289: Removal of subcutaneous ICD.
6) Hemodynamic Monitoring
- 33289: Implantation of hemodynamic monitor.
- 33290: Insertion of temporary hemodynamic monitor.
- 33291: Insertion of permanent hemodynamic monitor.
7) Transmyocardial Revascularization
- 33140: Transmyocardial laser revascularization.
- 33141: Transmyocardial revascularization using high-energy shockwaves.
8) Cardiac Tumor Excision
- 33120: Excision of intracardiac tumor.
- 33123: Removal of malignant cardiac tumor.
- 33130: Heart transplant with tumor removal.
9) Pericardial Procedures
- 33016–33050: Surgical procedures on the pericardium.
- 33017: Pericardial window.
- 33030: Pericardectomy, partial or complete.
- 33035: Pericardial cyst excision.
- 33050: Pericardiotomy.
10) Thoracic Surgery Procedures
- 32607–32667: Surgical procedures on the lungs and pleura.
- 32607: Thoracoscopy with biopsy of pleura or lung.
- 32650: Thoracoscopy with pleurodesis.
- 32658: Thoracoscopy with lung volume reduction surgery.
- 32660: Thoracoscopic removal of foreign body.
- 32667: Thoracotomy with resection of lung lobe.
- 32673: Thoracoscopic thymectomy.
11) Surgery on Blood Vessels
- 37799: Unlisted procedure on arteries and veins.
- 37700: Surgical repair of arterial aneurysm.
- 37710: Endarterectomy of peripheral artery.
12) Transplantation
- 33940: Heart transplant.
- 33945: Heart–lung transplant.
- 33999: Unlisted procedure, heart–lung transplant.
FAQ’s
How does complex cardiothoracic surgery billing impact practice efficiency?
Complex billing can delay revenue collection, increasing administrative burden. Proper management helps avoid errors, ensuring faster payments and smoother operations.
What makes cardiothoracic surgery billing different from other specialties?
Cardiothoracic surgery involves intricate procedures with high cost and complexity, requiring specialized knowledge of coding and detailed documentation to ensure accurate reimbursements.
How do you handle patient billing for high-cost surgeries like CABG?
For high-cost surgeries, we ensure proper charge capture and claim submission to ensure all expenses are covered and minimize the chances of under-reimbursement or denial.
Why is denial management crucial for cardiothoracic surgery billing?
Denial management ensures that rejected claims are corrected and resubmitted promptly, improving cash flow and preventing revenue loss due to simple administrative errors.
How does documentation play a role in cardiothoracic surgery billing?
Proper documentation ensures compliance with payer requirements, supports accurate coding, and prevents claim rejections, ultimately enhancing the accuracy of reimbursements.
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