This week's TIPisode features a conversation with Kathy Forbes in which we discuss codes, how we get new codes for services, and how the definitions of codes get changed. If you want to be a part of the code group, be sure to join the Facebook group called, DentalCodeology Consortium! If you want … [Read more...] about ADA Code Committee Meeting: What Actually Happens? with Kathy Forbes, RDH
Handling No-Shows/Downtime TIPisode with Andrew Johnston, RDH
For this TIPisode, Andrew characteristically used all of his many failures in life to illustrate what NOT to do and also what TO do during slow times, downtime, or no shows. It isn't always our intention to appear like we are not team players, I think many of us are misunderstood and also that we … [Read more...] about Handling No-Shows/Downtime TIPisode with Andrew Johnston, RDH
“2023 Change to D0210” Fast Facts: Coding Edition
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts – Coding Edition with Teresa Duncan, MS Teresa gives us a breakdown of changes in 2023 coming to code D0210. Links: DentistRX: https://www.dentistrx.com More Fast Facts: https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Teresa Duncan … [Read more...] about “2023 Change to D0210” Fast Facts: Coding Edition
“Radiographs” Fast Facts: Coding Edition
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts – Coding Edition with Teresa Duncan, MS Teresa dives into radiographs and how if not taken, and documented properly, how they can get you into trouble. Links: DentistRX: https://www.dentistrx.com More Fast … [Read more...] about “Radiographs” Fast Facts: Coding Edition
TIPisode: The Debridement Dilemma – Your Coding Questions Answered
How do you use the debridement code? Are you operating under an old-school train of thought? Join Andrew and Erika Flateau, RDH, to discuss codes and how Andrew and Erica use them in the clinic. They dive into debridement codes, D4346, and communicating with patients about the procedures you … [Read more...] about TIPisode: The Debridement Dilemma – Your Coding Questions Answered
“Laser Disinfection Using D999”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts – Coding Edition with Teresa Duncan, MS Teresa gives us a breakdown of D999 and its use for laser disinfection. She shares good news, and not-so-great news surrounding the coding and billing of laser disinfection and tips to help you avoid an audit finding that … [Read more...] about “Laser Disinfection Using D999”
D0171 The Criminally Underused Code: Fast Facts Coding Edition
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts – Coding Edition with Teresa Duncan, MS Teresa gives us a breakdown of D0171 which she believes is not just being underutilized… but criminally underutilized! Tune in to see how you can use this code in your practice. Quotes: “That's a … [Read more...] about D0171 The Criminally Underused Code: Fast Facts Coding Edition
Evaluation Codes: Fast Facts Coding Edition
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts – Coding Edition with Teresa Duncan, MS Teresa gives us a breakdown of evaluation codes, you may know them as exam codes, but spoiler, that isn’t the correct term! Pay attention guys because these codes could boost your production and put more $ in your … [Read more...] about Evaluation Codes: Fast Facts Coding Edition
