• Customized Solutions: We recognize that every General Practice has its own set of challenges and requirements. Our team works closely with each practice to develop customized billing and coding solutions that align with their specific goals and preferences.
• Expertise in General Practice Coding: Our experienced coders specialize in General Practice coding, ensuring accurate and compliant documentation for a wide range of services, including preventive care, acute illnesses, chronic disease management, and minor procedures.
• Efficient Revenue Cycle Management: We streamline the revenue cycle process to minimize delays and maximize revenue. From claim submission to payment posting, our advanced technology and efficient workflows ensure speedy reimbursements.
• Aggressive Denial Management: Denials can have a significant impact on a practice's bottom line. That's why we take a proactive approach to denial management, identifying root causes, appealing rejected claims, and implementing corrective measures to reduce denials and improve cash flow.
• Transparent Reporting and Analysis: Transparency is fundamental to our service. We provide comprehensive reporting and analysis that gives General Practice providers insight into their financial performance. Our detailed reports include claim status updates, reimbursement trends, and payer analysis, empowering practices to make informed decisions.
• Dedicated Support Team: Our dedicated support team is committed to providing exceptional customer service. Whether it's answering billing inquiries, resolving issues with payers, or providing guidance on coding and documentation, we're here to support General Practice providers every step of the way.

Our Medical Billing Process

1. Patient Registration and Insurance Verification:
   • Patient Registration: We verify patient demographics, including name, date of birth, and address.
   • Insurance Verification: We verify patient insurance coverage, including the type of insurance, coverage limits, and any specific requirements or restrictions.
2. Medical Record Review and Coding:
   • Medical Record Review: We review medical records to identify all relevant services and procedures performed.
   • Coding: We assign relevant ICD-10 and CPT codes to ensure accurate billing.

Example Codes:

• Diagnosis Codes (ICD-10):
  • R00.0: Common cold
  • R00.1: Common cold, unspecified
  • R00.2: Common cold, with complications
• Procedure Codes (CPT):
  • 99213: Office visit, established patient, with examination and medical decision making
  • 99214: Office visit, established patient, with examination and medical decision making, with additional time
  • 99215: Office visit, established patient, with examination and medical decision making, with additional time and complexity

3. Claim Preparation and Submission:
   • Claim Preparation: We prepare claims using the coded information, including patient demographics, insurance information, and services and procedures performed.
   • Claim Submission: We submit claims to insurance providers electronically or on paper.
4. Claim Processing and Reimbursement:
   • Claim Processing: Insurance providers process claims, verifying services and procedures performed and patient insurance coverage.
   • Reimbursement: Insurance providers reimburse providers for services and procedures performed, based on insurance coverage and contracted rates.
5. Follow-up and Appeals:
   • Follow-up: We follow up with insurance providers to ensure claims have been processed and to address any issues or denials.
   • Appeals: If a claim is denied, we work with the provider to gather additional information and appeal the decision.

At MZ Medical Billing Services, we're dedicated to helping General Practice providers optimize their revenue cycle and achieve financial success. With our personalized billing and coding solutions, practices can focus on delivering exceptional care to their patients, knowing that their billing needs are in expert hands.

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CPT Codes for GP Billing

1. Evaluation and Management (E/M) Codes:
   • 99201-99205: New patient office or other outpatient visit
   • 99211-99215: Established patient office or other outpatient visit
   • 99241-99245: Consultation codes
   • 99304-99310: Nursing facility care
   • 99341-99350: Home visit for the evaluation and management of a new or established patient
2. Preventive Medicine Codes:
   • 99381-99387: Initial comprehensive preventive medicine evaluation and management
   • 99391-99397: Periodic comprehensive preventive medicine reevaluation and management
3. Immunization Codes:
   • 90460-90474: Immunization administration
4. Chronic Care Management Codes:
   • 99490: Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes
   • 99491: Chronic care management services, first 30 minutes
5. Other Codes:
   • 99050: Services provided in the office at times other than regularly scheduled office hours
   • 99058: Services provided on an emergency basis in the office
   • 99060: Services provided on an emergency basis, out-of-office
   • 99070: Supplies and materials provided by the physician

ICD-10 Codes for GP Billing

1. General Symptoms and Signs:
   • R00-R99: Symptoms, signs, and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified
2. Infectious and Parasitic Diseases:
   • A00-B99: Certain infectious and parasitic diseases
3. Endocrine, Nutritional, and Metabolic Diseases:
   • E00-E89: Endocrine, nutritional, and metabolic diseases
4. Mental, Behavioral, and Neurodevelopmental Disorders:
   • F01-F99: Mental, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental disorders
5. Diseases of the Circulatory System:
   • I00-I99: Diseases of the circulatory system
6. Diseases of the Respiratory System:
   • J00-J99: Diseases of the respiratory system
7. Diseases of the Digestive System:
   • K00-K95: Diseases of the digestive system
8. Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue:
   • L00-L99: Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue

These CPT and ICD-10 codes are commonly used by general practitioners (GPs) in the USA for billing and reimbursement purposes.