Here’s a quick MAHA tip: Walking 30 minutes a day is one of the best things you can do for your health!

Thank you @RobertKennedyJr for your continued commitment to protect our children

As Hanukkah begins, we extend warm wishes to all who celebrate this season of light, resilience, and reflection. At the same time, our hearts are with those impacted by the recent attack in Australia. We stand in solidarity with the victims, their families, and communities

Auditing split/shared encounters can become confusing when providers, auditors, and coders are not aligned. CPT and CMS have both issued guidance to help clarify how these services should be billed. In this episode of the CodeCast podcast, Terry breaks down where to begin when

Ever get stuck on how to score OTC medications in the Risk of Management for E/M? In the 1995/1997 guidelines they were clearly listed in the “low” category, but the 2021 guidelines don’t offer any examples in minimal or low risk, leaving coders to rely on AMA and Medicare

Medical record signatures are so much more than a macro that says “electronically signed by Dr. Jack Jones.” A real provider signature is a legal attestation, confirming they actually performed, reviewed, or agreed with what’s documented. But… is that what’s truly happening in

Happy Thanksgiving from Terry Fletcher Consulting! Today, we’re taking a moment to reflect on how grateful we are for the incredible professionals who keep healthcare moving, coders, billers, auditors, consultants, and everyone behind the scenes, making a real impact. We hope

Across the country, payers are quietly down-coding E/M visits,  no ADRs, no notices, just reduced reimbursements based on algorithms instead of your documentation. 😒 In today’s CodeCast episode, Terry breaks down what’s really happening, why it matters, and what you can do

Finally a voice of reason and common sense

Many mistakes happen in audits because the chart is viewed like a coder, not an auditor. But auditing requires a wider lens. It’s not just “What was coded?” It’s what happened before, during, and after the encounter, and does the documentation truly support it? When we miss that

Today, we pause to honor all who have served. Veterans Day is a time to reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of the men and women who have worn our nation’s uniform. Their commitment to protecting our freedoms reminds us that liberty is never taken for granted. We

The September 2025 CPT® Assistant raised key questions about how to correctly level an E/M visit for an acute, uncomplicated illness or injury. Many providers are coding Level 4 just because an antibiotic was prescribed, but that might not tell the full story. Terry Fletcher

Medical billing and coding might sound like one job, but they’re actually two distinct professions that work hand in hand to keep the healthcare revenue cycle flowing. From patient registration to insurance reimbursement, billers and coders collaborate with providers, payers,

🚨 Democrats shut down the government fighting for FREE healthcare for illegal aliens. Meanwhile, @POTUS is DELIVERING real results to LOWER costs for Americans. 📰 @DrMakaryFDA, @DrOzCMS: 'People talk about lowering healthcare costs, but the Trump administration is doing it'

Happy Halloween! Grab your broomsticks and candy buckets because it’s time for some spooky fun ! Whether you’re out haunting the neighborhood or staying in for a scary movie marathon, may your night be filled with chills, thrills, and plenty of treats. #HappyHalloween

As more practices start offering preventive and screening services, questions about billing Medicare G codes are on the rise. In this week’s episode, Terry Fletcher explains when it’s appropriate to bill for preventive services, which providers qualify, and what requirements

CMS has clarified its position on Medicare payments, stating that only select claims will be held, a sharp turn from earlier reports suggesting a broader halt. But what about Telehealth and other temporary policies that expired October 1? 🤔 In this week’s CodeCast Podcast,

New episode alert! 🎙️ Terry dives into one of the biggest pitfalls in coding and CDI, skipping straight to the Assessment & Plan to pick a level. Are you missing critical details that support MDM, risk, or time? She also highlights a common habit among surgery coders: coding

Terry explores the critical role coders and auditors play in holding providers accountable. From reviewing clinical documentation and medical record notes to verifying patient eligibility, addressing cases where minors receive treatment without a parent present, and identifying

In this episode, Terry breaks down the upcoming Prior Authorization pilot programs launching for Medicare Part B Professional Services on January 1, 2026, and for Ambulatory Surgical Centers starting December 15, 2025. She also shares the latest Telehealth updates and how to