Expert Obstetrics & Gynecology Billing Service

OB/GYN Medical Billing

We specialize in providing comprehensive ob/gyn medical billing services that allow you to focus on what matters most – your patients. Our expert team understands the unique challenges and intricacies of dermatology billing and is committed to improving your revenue cycle while ensuring compliance and accuracy in every step.

Common OB/GYN CPT Codes

Below are some commonly used CPT codes outside of the normal evaluation and management codes for OB/GYN:

Preventive Services

  • 99381-99397 - Preventive visits (well-woman exams, annual gynecologic exams, etc.)

    • 99381 - Initial comprehensive preventive evaluation and management, infant

    • 99382 - Initial comprehensive preventive evaluation and management, child 1-4 years

    • 99383 - Initial comprehensive preventive evaluation and management, child 5-11 years

    • 99384 - Initial comprehensive preventive evaluation and management, adolescent 12-17 years

    • 99385 - Initial comprehensive preventive evaluation and management, adult 18-39 years

    • 99386 - Initial comprehensive preventive evaluation and management, adult 40-64 years

    • 99387 - Initial comprehensive preventive evaluation and management, adult 65+ years

    • 99391-99395 - Periodic comprehensive preventive evaluation (established patient)

    • 99396 - Preventive visit for adults 40-64 years (established patient)

    • 99397 - Preventive visit for adults 65+ years (established patient)

Pregnancy & Prenatal Care

  • 59400 - Routine obstetric care including antepartum care, delivery, and postpartum care

  • 59409 - Routine obstetric care (antepartum care only)

  • 59410 - Delivery only (including cesarean delivery)

  • 59430 - Postpartum care (usually 6 weeks after delivery)

    Antepartum Visits (CPT codes for prenatal visits)

    • 99201-99215 (based on time and complexity of the visit)

  • 59610 - Vaginal delivery (with or without episiotomy) and postpartum care

  • 59612 - Cesarean delivery and postpartum care

Gynecologic Procedures

  • 58100 - Total abdominal hysterectomy

  • 58110 - Total abdominal hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy

  • 58541 - Laparoscopic assisted vaginal hysterectomy

  • 58662 - Laparoscopy, surgical, with removal of ovaries

  • 57500 - Colposcopy of the cervix

  • 57505 - Colposcopy with biopsy of cervix

  • 58120 - Dilation and curettage (D&C)

  • 58300 - Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)

  • 58301 - Removal of IUD

  • 58340 - Endometrial biopsy

Contraception Services

  • 11981 - Insertion, non-biodegradable contraceptive device (e.g., IUD)

  • 11982 - Removal of non-biodegradable contraceptive device (e.g., IUD)

  • 11983 - Removal and reinsertion of non-biodegradable contraceptive device (e.g., IUD)

Ultrasounds

  • 76830 - Transabdominal ultrasound, pelvic

  • 76831 - Transvaginal ultrasound, pelvic

  • 76856 - Obstetric ultrasound, first trimester

  • 76857 - Obstetric ultrasound, second trimester

  • 76858 - Obstetric ultrasound, third trimester

Other Gynecological Services

  • 99241-99245 - Office consultation (used when a physician is consulting for a specific case)

    • 99241 - Consultation, typically 15 minutes

    • 99242 - Consultation, typically 30 minutes

    • 99243 - Consultation, typically 40 minutes

    • 99244 - Consultation, typically 60 minutes

    • 99245 - Consultation, typically 80 minutes

Hormonal Therapy and Management

  • S9145 - Hormonal therapy management (e.g., for menopause)

  • J9202 - Injectable contraceptive therapy (e.g., Depo-Provera)

OB/GYN Medical Billing Best Practices

To ensure accurate and efficient billing, keep the following in mind:

  • Accurate Diagnosis Codes (ICD-10): Make sure to match the diagnosis code with the correct treatment.

  • Thorough Documentation: Ensure all patient interactions and treatments are thoroughly documented to support the codes submitted.

  • Payer Requirements: Different insurers may have specific rules for submitting claims. Always confirm payer-specific requirements to reduce the chance of denials.

  • Timely Filing: Submit claims as soon as possible to avoid any issues with claim acceptance and reimbursement.

Insurance Coverage and Reimbursement

OB/GYN are typically covered by most major insurance plans, including Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurers. However, reimbursement rates and coverage may vary based on:

  • The specific condition being treated

  • The patient's insurance plan

  • Whether the service is provided in-network or out-of-network It’s important to verify insurance coverage before providing treatment to ensure that services will be covered and that the correct billing codes are used.

Our Denials and Appeals Process

Medical claim denials are a common challenge in a OB/GYN practice. Our process:

  • Understanding the Denial Reason: Denials could be due to incorrect coding, insufficient documentation, or missing information. We thoroughly review the insurance company’s reason for denial and address it appropriately through various modes of response.

  • Appeal Process: If the claim is denied based on coverage or medical necessity, an appeal may be necessary. We review the insurance company’s appeal process and act quickly to submit it and reduce potential delays or timely submissions.

How we can help:

  • Comprehensive coding and claim submission

  • Insurance verification and prior authorization

  • Denial management and appeals

  • Contracting and Credentialing

  • Patient statements and collections

  • We specialize in ensuring your practice receives timely reimbursements while remaining fully compliant with industry standards and payer requirements

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