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Non-Intubated Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery
Published on: May 26, 2023
Billing, coding, and credentialing in the thoracic surgery practice
David T Cooke1, Gary A J Gelfand, Joshua A Broghammer
1Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of California, Davis Medical Center, 2221 Stockton Boulevard, Room 2117, Sacramento, CA 95817-2214, USA.
Abstract:
New graduates entering thoracic surgery often face bureaucratic barriers to beginning practice. It is important to understand the credentialing and privileging process to navigate these obstacles successfully. In addition, the implementation of cutting-edge technology by recent trainees can pose problems in institutions not familiar with newer surgical techniques. Efficient coding and billing are a requirement for maintaining profitability and delivering the best care possible. This article explores theses nuances in both the American and the Canadian medical systems in building a successful practice.
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