A Step Above Health Management

A Step Above Health Management A Step Above Health Management Systems is an outsource solution that provides medical billing services specifically for podiatry healthcare providers.

A Step Above Health Management Systems provides specialized podiatric medical billing services. With more than 20 years of service, we have the expertise to ensure timely claims processing and accurate reimbursements. Our firm provides you with a plan customized to your specific practice to handle all your billing needs. At A Step Above Health Management Systems, our clients receive personal service, dedication and a guarantee of exceptional service in claim scrubbing, accounts receivables audit and collections, claims follow-up, electronic and paper claims submissions, payment posting, patient statements and appeals. Our monthly progress reports allow our clients to monitor closely all payments, receivables and appeals. You stay in control! Our system works by connecting remotely and working behind the scenes in real time. There are many advantages to outsourcing medical billing including saving the salary, benefit and training costs of your current in-office staff biller; free-up staff for non-billing productivity which will allow you to see more patients; reducing calls to insurance companies; reducing billing inquiries from patients. A Step Above Health Management Systems provides medical billing services for podiatric clients across the nation. You can reach us via email at info@astepabovehealth.com or call us at (877)448-6233. Call us today for a free practice analysis and to learn how to take back control of your practice from the insurance companies.

Did you know…?Even “routine foot care” can be paid if your documentation clearly supports medical necessity (such as di...
12/04/2025

Did you know…?

Even “routine foot care” can be paid if your documentation clearly supports medical necessity (such as diabetes, poor circulation, or other clinical risk factors).

The difference isn’t the code it’s the note.

DM “FOOT CARE” to learn how compliant billing turns routine visits into clean, predictable revenue.

Modifier 78 applies only when a patient has an unplanned return to the OR during the global period and using it correct...
12/02/2025

Modifier 78 applies only when a patient has an unplanned return to the OR during the global period and using it correctly prevents costly denials.

Here are real podiatry scenarios where Modifier 78 is appropriate:

Deep postoperative infection:
Incision and drainage in the OR following a bunionectomy.

Hematoma evacuation:
A patient must return unexpectedly for postoperative hematoma drainage.

Hardware failure:
A fall disrupts a previous osteotomy and requires revised fixation in the OR.

Understanding when Modifier 78 is required ensures clean claims and accurate reimbursement.

If you’d like help reviewing whether your cases meet the “unplanned return to the OR” criteria, we’re here to support your team.

Today we pause to say thank you.At A Step Above Health, we’re grateful for every practice that trusts us, every team we ...
11/27/2025

Today we pause to say thank you.

At A Step Above Health, we’re grateful for every practice that trusts us, every team we support, and every person who makes our work meaningful.
Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours. 🧡🦃

Modifier 24 or 79? These two modifiers are often confused during the global period — and using the wrong one can lead to...
11/26/2025

Modifier 24 or 79?
These two modifiers are often confused during the global period — and using the wrong one can lead to unnecessary denials.

🔵 Modifier 24 = Unrelated E/M
🟩 Modifier 79 = Unrelated Procedure

The key is identifying the type of service:
E/M → 24
Procedure → 79

Using them correctly helps prevent delays and keeps your claims clean on the first submission.

If your team still struggles with these, we can help you master them and reduce denials right away.

Modifier 58 can be confusing, but in podiatry it plays a key role in correctly billing planned, staged, or progressing p...
11/24/2025

Modifier 58 can be confusing, but in podiatry it plays a key role in correctly billing planned, staged, or progressing procedures.

Here are real scenarios where Modifier 58 applies:

📌 Staged amputations:
A more extensive amputation is anticipated and documented after the initial surgery → the follow-up surgery uses Modifier 58.

📌 Planned wound care:
Initial debridement followed by scheduled additional debridements or grafts already planned in the treatment course.

📌 Serial procedures:
A second procedure is scheduled to evaluate healing or continue treatment after the initial intervention.

Using Modifier 58 appropriately helps maintain accurate reimbursement and prevents unnecessary denials.

If your team needs help documenting these cases correctly, we can support you with structured notes and billing guidance.

Claims ManagementDenials don’t have to be “part of the job.”Every clean claim means faster payments and fewer headaches....
11/21/2025

Claims Management
Denials don’t have to be “part of the job.”
Every clean claim means faster payments and fewer headaches.

Our Claims Management service ensures every code, modifier, and note aligns with payer rules before submission that’s how podiatrists keep their cash flow predictable and avoid costly delays.

DM “CLEAN CLAIMS” and we’ll review your submission process step by step.

Understanding when to use Modifier 25 vs. Modifier 59 can be the difference between a clean claim and a denied one.Modif...
11/20/2025

Understanding when to use Modifier 25 vs. Modifier 59 can be the difference between a clean claim and a denied one.

Modifier 25 applies only to E/M services when the provider performs significant, separately identifiable E/M work on the same day as a minor procedure.

Modifier 59 is used only for procedural codes, showing that the service was truly distinct whether by session, anatomical site, or clinical purpose.

Getting these wrong leads to delays. Getting them right keeps your cash flow predictable.

Remember:
If it’s extra E/M work, think 25.
If it’s a separate procedure, think 59.

Want us to review your claims process and ensure modifiers are being applied correctly?

Still catching up on November clean-up?October’s ICD-10 and HCPCS updates already rolled out and January’s CPT changes ...
11/18/2025

Still catching up on November clean-up?

October’s ICD-10 and HCPCS updates already rolled out and January’s CPT changes are coming fast.

If your claims started bouncing, there’s still time to fix it:

✔️ Re-check your updated code lists
✔️ Update DME and charge descriptions
✔️ Retrain staff on proper wound documentation
✔️ Monitor your denial rate — it’s your earliest warning sign

At A Step Above Health, we help podiatry practices clean up their workflows before the year ends — so January’s coding shift doesn’t catch you off guard.

11/17/2025

One wrong number can hold your payment for more than 45 days.
Seriously that’s all it takes.

When the procedure modifier doesn’t match the place of service, the claim gets denied… and while you wait for the correction, your payment goes to sleep.

At A Step Above Health Management, we review every line before submission because in podiatry, every code matters and every delay affects your cash flow.

Ready to reduce errors and get paid faster?
Let’s talk.

Your A/R tells the story of your practice. If payments are sitting over 30 days, your growth is on pause. At A Step Abov...
11/13/2025

Your A/R tells the story of your practice.

If payments are sitting over 30 days, your growth is on pause.

At A Step Above Health Management, our Accounts Receivables Management team tracks every dollar, follows up with payers, and clears balances fast so your income never gets stuck in limbo. 💸

Because steady cash flow means a healthier practice (and less stress for you).

Optimize your practice. Boost your revenue. 💰✨At A Step Above Health Management, we help podiatry practices focus on wha...
11/11/2025

Optimize your practice. Boost your revenue. 💰✨

At A Step Above Health Management, we help podiatry practices focus on what truly matters their patients while we take care of the rest.

From claim management to patient experience, every service is built to protect your revenue, reduce denials, and streamline your operations.

Here’s what we do best:
✅ Payment Posting & Patient Statements
✅ Accounts Receivables Management
✅ Claims Management
✅ Operational Efficiency
✅ Patient Experience Enhancement
✅ Revenue Cycle Management
✅ Practice Analysis

👉 Ready to see how much smoother your billing can run? Let’s talk!

Quick FactA single incorrect modifier can delay payment up to 45 days even if the note is perfect.One line of code = on...
11/07/2025

Quick Fact

A single incorrect modifier can delay payment up to 45 days even if the note is perfect.

One line of code = one month of lost cash flow.

DM “CLEAN CLAIMS” to see how we prevent it before it happens.

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West Creek, NJ
08092

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Tuesday 9am - 6pm
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