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Anesthesia Coding
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2025 was a year of deep reflection for me. It was the year I finally slowed down enough to ask myself some very hard questions: Some of the answers I uncovered weren’t what I expected. And honestly, it took nearly the entire year before I fully realized what was missing. What I learned is this:…
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If you’ve noticed things have been a bit quiet here lately, I wanted to take a moment to share why—and what’s coming next. Between the holidays, a very full work schedule, and the day-to-day demands that come with both, posting took a short pause. That said, the quiet hasn’t meant inactivity. Behind the scenes, there’s…
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I wanted to check in with the community—is anyone currently preparing for the CANPC (Certified Anesthesia and Pain Management Coder) exam? If so, I’d love to hear from you! Studying for CANPC can feel overwhelming at times. Between mastering anesthesia time, navigating ASA crosswalks, understanding pain management interventions, and keeping up with evolving guidelines, there’s…
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1. Base Units • Assigned by ASA to each anesthesia CPT code. • Represent procedure complexity. • Fixed amount—does not change with case duration. 2. Time Units • Begins when anesthesia care starts; ends when no longer personally providing services. • Most payers: 1 unit = 15 minutes. • Medicare: billed based on actual minutes.…
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As we celebrate this season of gratitude, I want to take a moment to say thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your support, your encouragement, and your willingness to follow along on my blog and personal journey mean more to me than you know. This year, I’m especially grateful for you — every…
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In spinal surgery, instrumentation refers to any hardware implanted into the spine to provide stability, correction, or fixation. It is used to immobilize spinal segments, maintain alignment, or support fusion. Common Types of Spinal Instrumentation 1. Pedicle Screws 2. Rods 3. Plates 4. Interbody Devices (Cages) 5. Hooks 6. Wires / Cables 7. Crosslinks Coding Note (If You…
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