Medical billing is the process of submitting claims to insurance companies or patients for reimbursement of medical services, involving coding, claim generation, and following up on payments to ensure healthcare providers get paid.
Snoring is more than just a nighttime annoyance. For many, it is a sign of an underlying condition that may affect overall health. In medical records, proper coding of snoring is essential for diagnosis, treatment planning, and insurance claims. The ICD-10 system provides the specific code used by healthcare providers in the United States to … Read more
Multifocal pneumonia is a type of pneumonia where multiple areas of the lungs are infected at the same time. This condition is serious and often requires hospitalization. For healthcare providers, accurate documentation and correct ICD 10 coding are essential to ensure proper care, billing, and reporting. This guide explains the ICD 10 code for multifocal … Read more
Sleep apnea is one of the most common sleep disorders in the United States, affecting millions of adults and children. It is marked by repeated pauses in breathing or shallow breathing during sleep, often leading to poor rest, daytime fatigue, and increased health risks. For healthcare providers, accurate diagnosis and coding of sleep apnea are … Read more
Medical billing for respiratory conditions can be complex, especially when dealing with multifocal pneumonia. This diagnosis involves multiple areas of infection in the lungs, making correct coding and billing critical for compliance and reimbursement. In the U.S., payers follow ICD-10-CM coding guidelines along with CPT/HCPCS for procedures, so billing specialists must stay updated to avoid … Read more
What happened What was exposed While the full scope isn’t public yet, this is what La Perouse and officials believe was compromised: They say several thousand patients across multiple medical practices may be affected. Why this matters Here’s what this kind of breach can lead to: What La Perouse (and practices) are doing What people … Read more
About La Perouse La Perouse, LLC is a medical billing and coding management company. The business provides revenue cycle management services to healthcare providers, including medical groups, hospitals and clinics. Their focus is on helping healthcare organizations maximize revenue and reduce administrative burdens through efficient billing, coding and collections. The company is doctor-owned and operates … Read more
In U.S. medical billing, accuracy depends on more than just procedure and diagnosis codes. The Place of Service (POS) codes, maintained by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), are two-digit numbers that tell payers where a service was performed. Using the correct POS code ensures providers are paid the right rate and prevents … Read more
The global medical billing outsourcing market is no longer a small back-office niche. In 2025, the industry is worth an estimated USD 18.2–19.3 billion, up from earlier projections of USD 16.89 billion. What’s clear is that outsourcing medical billing has become mainstream, not just for large hospital networks but for small and mid-sized practices as … Read more
If you work in medical billing or mental health, you’ve probably come across CPT code 90863. It’s an important code, but also one that gets mixed up a lot. Knowing how and when to use 90863 can make a big difference in billing accuracy, insurance approval, and how providers get paid for the care they … Read more
Accurate CPT coding is the backbone of clean claims, timely reimbursement, and compliance in medical billing. One of the most commonly used codes in vaccine administration is CPT 90471. If billed or documented incorrectly, it can trigger denials, payer audits, and delayed payments. This guide explains what CPT 90471 covers, when to use it, how … Read more
