by Laureen Murphy CPC, RH-CBS, CAH-CBS, CH-CCBS, CH-CS, PMI-ACP | Feb 16, 2026 | Medical Coding Services, Medical Coding and Documentation Audit Services
Modifiers are one of the most important—and most misunderstood—elements in medical billing. They play a critical role in communicating the details of a service to payers, clarifying when procedures are distinct, altered, enhanced, reduced, or separate from one... 
by Laureen Murphy CPC, RH-CBS, CAH-CBS, CH-CCBS, CH-CS, PMI-ACP | Feb 2, 2026 | Medical Coding and Documentation Audit Services, Medical Coding Services
The landscape of healthcare operations is evolving rapidly, and one of the most impactful shifts in recent years is the rise of remote medical coding teams. As staffing shortages, compliance pressures, and financial constraints intensify, healthcare organizations are... 
by Laureen Murphy CPC, RH-CBS, CAH-CBS, CH-CCBS, CH-CS, PMI-ACP | Jan 12, 2026 | Electronic Medical Billing Platform Advisory Services, Medical Coding Services
Every year, the American Medical Association (AMA) releases updates to the CPT code set—additions, revisions, deletions, and guideline adjustments that directly impact reimbursement, compliance, and clinical documentation standards. At the same time, many practices... 
by Laureen Murphy CPC, RH-CBS, CAH-CBS, CH-CCBS, CH-CS, PMI-ACP | Jan 5, 2026 | Medical Coding and Documentation Audit Services, Medical Coding Services
The 2026 CPT® code updates introduce some of the most sweeping revisions in years. These changes impact core service lines—including interventional radiology, audiology, digital health, and remote patient monitoring—and will directly influence reimbursement,... 
by Ranadene (Randi) Tapio, CEO, MBA, CMRS, CCES, CS, CHM | Nov 23, 2025 | Medical Coding and Documentation Audit Services, Medical Coding Services
In the fast-moving world of healthcare, medical coding isn’t static — it evolves every year with new, revised, and deleted codes that reflect medical innovation, changing payer rules, and updated clinical guidelines. For providers, billers, and coders, staying current... 
by Laureen Murphy CPC, RH-CBS, CAH-CBS, CH-CCBS, CH-CS, PMI-ACP | Nov 9, 2025 | Medical Coding and Documentation Audit Services, Medical Coding Services
Accurate medical coding is the foundation of every successful revenue cycle. But for many practices — especially small and mid-sized ones — managing in-house coders can be expensive, time-consuming, and difficult to scale. That’s why more providers are turning to...
