Medical coding professionals are entering a pivotal moment in 2026 as the industry grapples with the April 1 ICD-10-CM guideline updates and the most extensive CPT changes in recent memory, featuring ...
1. Arthroscopic shoulder debridement. Jessica Edmiston, BS, CPC, CASCC, vice president of coding for National Medical Billing Services, writes the following: “Arthroscopic shoulder debridement (29822) ...
Understanding pharmacology isn’t just for doctors—it’s a game-changer for medical coders. Knowing how drugs work and interact with diseases helps coders assign accurate CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 codes.