Understanding CPT Code 22612: Comprehensive Guide to Lumbar Spinal Fusion Coding, Billing, and Reimbursement

cpt code 22612 used for spinal fusion surgery

CPT code 22612 is used for arthrodesis, specifically the surgical fusion of one interspace in the lumbar spine using a posterior, posterolateral, or lateral transverse process technique. This procedure is commonly performed to stabilize the spine in cases of spinal instability or chronic pain. Spinal Fusion Surgery plays a crucial role in treating various lumbar

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What Is Revenue Code 0450: A Complete Guide for Orthopedic Medical Practices

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Revenue code 0450 may look simple, but it drives how hospitals and clinics get paid for emergency room services. If your orthopedic practice handles trauma or urgent care, knowing this code well saves money and stress.  Here is a complete guide to understand proper use of RC 0450, and add some more amount to your

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What Is Revenue Code 0510 and Why It Matters for Outpatient Billing

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Revenue Code 0510 is a medical billing code used when a patient receives basic care at a hospital-owned outpatient clinic. This code specifically applies to the facility charges including the use of the exam room, nursing services, clinic staff, medical supplies, and utilities. It does not cover physician services. Those are billed separately using CPT

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Revenue Code 0420: A Complete Guide for Orthopedic Medical Billing

revenue code 0420 is used for reporting that physical therapy services was provided in therapy room

Revenue code 0420 relates to Physical Therapy Services. Think of it as the hospital or facility telling the insurer, “We gave this patient physical therapy in our department.” For orthopedic patients, PT is a big deal, almost every hip, knee, or spine surgery needs it for recovery. If you skip or misuse this code, the

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What Is Revenue Code 0360: A Complete Guide for Orthopedic Medical Billing

revenue code 0360 is used for adding detail to the medical claim that where the services was provided in operating room.

Revenue Code 0360. Looks like a small digit. This little four-digit number plays a huge role in getting paid for surgeries and big procedures. If you mess it up, insurers deny claims, and payments vanish. If you nail it, money flows smoother than a new hip joint. In this guide, I’ll walk you through everything

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How to Negotiate Reimbursement Rates with Insurance Providers

how to negotiate reimbursement rates with payers

“Money keeps healthcare running. But not all dollars flow smoothly into a provider’s pocket.” Yearly, the inflation rate is increasing by almost 6% according to 2025 new report. Similarly, your healthcare expenses are increasing with that inflation rate. But, your Medicare and private payers’ reimbursement is the same. It is clearly a lose-lose. The solution

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How to Grow Your Orthopedic Practice Revenue (Top 20 Proven Medical Billing Strategies)

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Orthopedic billing can feel like a maze. Surgeries, implants, and imaging make it worse. Each service needs the right code and note. Payers read codes closely. A small mistake can block payment. Billing problems drain time and money. Denied claims sit in queues. That hurts cash flow and growth. Smart billing fixes the leaks. These

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