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02/23/2026

🚨 Just 2 Days to Go!

❓ Are coding denials quietly draining revenue in your FQHC or Community Health Center?

Even small documentation gaps can lead to:
1. Missed PPS reimbursements
2. Preventable denials
3. Compliance risk
4. Revenue leakage you may not even see
That’s exactly why we’re hosting this upcoming webinar 👇

🎯 Coding Strategies for Community Health Centers & FQHCs

In this session, we’ll break down:
✅ Practical denial reduction strategies
✅ PPS encounter documentation best practices
✅ Medicare & Medicaid coding nuances
✅ Common audit triggers - and how to avoid them
✅ How to build a denial tracking workflow that actually works

No theory. No generic advice.
Just actionable insights tailored specifically for CHCs and FQHCs.

If you’re part of a revenue cycle, coding, compliance, or leadership team - this is a must-attend.

🔗 Register here:

Improve Reimbursement, Reduce Denials, and Strengthen Compliance

02/19/2026

Coding Strategies for Community Health Centers & FQHCs!

Join CodeEMR's FREE live webinar on February 25, 2026:

Expert speakers Paul Ferrazza and Michelle Anderson deliver practical, hands-on insights to help FQHCs and Community Health Centers:

1. Reduce claim denials and submit cleaner claims Navigate Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payer differences
2. Protect your PPS reimbursement rate Track denial trends and strengthen audit workflows
3. Minimize revenue loss and compliance risks
4. Perfect for FQHC leadership, billing/coding teams, revenue cycle pros, compliance officers, and administrators facing real-world challenges.

Live Q&A + recording available after the event!

Register now (free): https://www.codeemr.com/coding-strategies-for-community-health-centers-fqhcs/

Contact us today - https://www.codeemr.com/request-information/

Questions? Email info@codeemr.com or call (877) 457-7572

Request information about outsourcing medical coding services with CodeEMR. Our remote coders ensure fast chart processing and improved revenue cycle efficiency.

02/16/2026

Labs & Screenings: Coding vs. Payer Policy

Tip:
Correct CPT coding does not always guarantee payment. For labs - such as A1c, lipid panels, or routine screenings - the diagnosis code must meet payer-specific medical necessity requirements.

Best Practice-

Establish a workflow to:
1. Validate that the ICD code matches the CPT code
2. Decide when to notify providers for clarification versus coding as documented

Example Scenario:
A patient has an A1c lab drawn during a routine chronic disease visit. The provider documents diabetes management, but the ICD linked to the lab is R73.03 (prediabetes) instead of E11.9 (Type 2 diabetes).

Correct coding approach:
1. Verify that the lab is medically necessary for the patient’s condition
2. Confirm that the ICD accurately supports payer coverage
3. If not, notify the provider for clarification before billing

Incorrect coding:
1. Submitting the lab with an unsupported diagnosis
2. Relying solely on CPT coding without checking payer-specific rules

Why This Resonates?
FQHCs frequently face high lab denial rates. A clear workflow for ICD–CPT linkage and provider communication reduces denials, ensures proper reimbursement, and keeps audits clean.

Contact us today - https://www.codeemr.com/request-information/

Request information about outsourcing medical coding services with CodeEMR. Our remote coders ensure fast chart processing and improved revenue cycle efficiency.

02/12/2026

Are coding denials quietly draining revenue in your FQHC or Community Health Center?

Even small documentation gaps can lead to:

1. Missed PPS reimbursements
2. Preventable denials
3. Compliance risk
4. Revenue leakage you may not even see

That’s exactly why we’re hosting this upcoming webinar

🎯 Coding Strategies for Community Health Centers & FQHCs

In this session, we’ll break down:

✅ Practical denial reduction strategies
✅ PPS encounter documentation best practices
✅ Medicare & Medicaid coding nuances
✅ Common audit triggers - and how to avoid them
✅ How to build a denial tracking workflow that actually works

No theory. No generic advice.

Just actionable insights tailored for CHCs and FQHCs.

If you're part of a revenue cycle, coding, compliance, or leadership team - this one’s for you.

🔗 Register here: https://www.codeemr.com/coding-strategies-for-community-health-centers-fqhcs/

Join us on February 25, 2026 for actionable insights
tailored to FQHC environments

Let’s strengthen your coding strategy - and protect your revenue.

Improve Reimbursement, Reduce Denials, and Strengthen Compliance

02/09/2026

Did you know that coding errors and documentation gaps can lead to claim denials, revenue loss, and compliance risks? 🚨 That’s where medical coding audits come in!

At CodeEMR, we help healthcare providers stay audit-ready with:
✅ Comprehensive coding accuracy checks 🏥
✅ Identification of potential compliance risks 📑
✅ Optimized reimbursements with error-free claims 💰
✅ Customized audit reports & actionable insights 📊

Don’t let coding errors impact your bottom line! Ensure compliance and maximize revenue with expert Medical Coding Audit Services.

📌 Learn more: https://www.codeemr.com/services/medical-coding-audit-services/

Enhance coding accuracy and compliance with CodeEMR’s Medical Coding Audit Services. Reduce claim denials and improve reimbursement with expert auditor support.

02/05/2026

Accurate clinical documentation isn’t just a compliance checkbox - it’s your first line of defense against claim denials.

In the complex world of revenue cycle management, most denials don’t come from missing services - they come from missing or unclear documentation.

When provider notes don’t tell the full clinical story, coders are left guessing and payers are left questioning, which leads to rejected claims, delayed payments, and administrative headaches.

Our latest blog explores how stronger documentation:

✔ Demonstrates medical necessity
✔ Improves coding accuracy
✔ Reduces rework and appeals
✔ Speeds up reimbursements
✔ Strengthens compliance and audit readiness

At CodeEMR, we support organizations that want tighter integration between clinical documentation and revenue outcomes - reducing denials at the source, not just after the fact.

👉 Dive into the full blog to see how better documentation directly impacts your bottom line and supports a healthier revenue cycle: https://www.codeemr.com/accurate-clinical-documentation-reduce-claim-denials/

Reduce claim denials with accurate clinical documentation. See how CodeEMR improves compliance, documentation quality, and protects healthcare revenue fast now.

02/02/2026

Same-Day Visits: Behavioral Health + Problem Visit

Tip:

In FQHCs, two separate visits on the same day - such as a behavioral health encounter and a problem-oriented medical visit - can be billed separately if each meets medical necessity and is documented distinctly.

When billing the second PPS encounter, modifier 59 can be used to indicate a distinct procedural service.

Example Scenario
A patient comes in for anxiety management (behavioral health PPS encounter) and also reports shortness of breath that requires evaluation (problem-oriented PPS encounter) on the same day.

Correct coding:

1. Problem-oriented visit billed as a PPS encounter
2. Behavioral health visit billed as a separate PPS encounter with modifier 59, documenting that it is distinct from the problem-oriented encounter
3. Combine both encounters onto one claim

Incorrect coding:

1. Billing out on separate encounters (causes duplicate claim)
2. Using modifier 59 without clear, separate documentation

Why It Matters

1. Captures full revenue for both medically necessary services
2. Maintains compliance with FQHC guidelines
3. Reduces risk of denials or recoupments

Contact us today - https://www.codeemr.com/request-information/

Request information about outsourcing medical coding services with CodeEMR. Our remote coders ensure fast chart processing and improved revenue cycle efficiency.

02/02/2026

Maximize Reimbursements & Ensure Coding Compliance with CodeEMR's Expert Medical Coding Solutions

Struggling with denied claims or revenue leakage? Discover how CodeEMR helps healthcare providers boost reimbursements and maintain coding compliance with expert medical coding services.

From accurate CPT/ICD coding to specialty-specific support and audit readiness, we simplify RCM.

Learn why providers trust CodeEMR to optimize their financial performance and reduce coding errors.

Visit our website for full details and get started today! https://www.codeemr.com/request-information/

Request information about outsourcing medical coding services with CodeEMR. Our remote coders ensure fast chart processing and improved revenue cycle efficiency.

01/30/2026

Community Health Centers and FQHCs carry a big mission - providing quality care to patients who need it most.

But behind the scenes, coding for these facilities is anything but simple.

With PPS, APMs, sliding fees, and unique billing requirements, even small coding missteps can mean lost revenue or compliance headaches.

At CodeEMR, we understand the world of CHCs and FQHCs inside out.

💡 Our certified coders make sure every visit, every procedure, and every resource is captured accurately - so you can keep your funding strong and continue serving your community.

✅ Expertise in PPS and APM billing models
✅ Fewer denials and revenue gaps
✅ Complete documentation for audit-readiness

Because when your coding is rock solid, your team can stay focused on what matters most - caring for patients.

👉 Learn more about how we help CHCs and FQHCs thrive: www.codeemr.com/services/chc-and-fqhc-coding-services/

CodeEMR, experts in CHC and FQHC Coding Services, ensures billing accuracy, compliance, optimized reimbursements for community health centers & healthcare providers.

01/28/2026

Getting paid accurately in value-based care isn’t just about claims - it’s about telling the complete story of each patient’s health.

Risk adjustment coding plays a critical role here.
If chronic conditions and comorbidities aren’t captured precisely, your organization might miss out on essential funding to manage those patients’ care.

At CodeEMR, our certified coders specialize in risk adjustment for Medicare Advantage, ACA, and other value-based models.
✅ We dig deep into documentation to uncover all active conditions.
✅ We ensure HCC coding reflects true patient complexity.
✅ And we help protect your compliance while boosting reimbursements.

Because when coding truly reflects the patient’s health risk, your team has more resources to keep them well.

👉 Learn how our risk adjustment coding services can strengthen your bottom line - and your patient care - www.codeemr.com/services/risk-adjustment-coding-services/

Risk Adjustment Coding Services, CodeEMR HCC & RAF Experts. Accurate HCC coding improves RAF scores, ensures compliance, and supports value-based care outcomes.

01/22/2026

Hospital billing teams have a tough job.

Between fluctuating DRG rules, complex outpatient edits, and constantly shifting payer guidelines - getting facility coding right isn’t easy.

It’s no wonder so many CFOs and revenue leaders worry about missed charges, compliance risks, and slow cash flow.

At CodeEMR, we’re here to take that weight off your shoulders.

💡 Our certified facility coders specialize in translating every resource your hospital uses - from OR time to recovery room supplies - into clean, compliant claims.
✅ Fewer denials
✅ Faster payments
✅ Peace of mind when the auditors come calling

Because at the end of the day, strong facility coding does more than protect revenue.

It ensures your organization has the resources to keep delivering exceptional care.

👉 Learn how our facility coding services work - https://www.codeemr.com/services/facility-coding-services/

Discover CodeEMR's Facility Coding Services designed to enhance accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. Our expert team ensures precise coding for all facility needs.

01/19/2026

Medical Necessity Drives PPS - Not Just Documentation

In FQHCs, medical necessity - not the number of services performed - determines whether a visit qualifies as a PPS encounter. Simply performing multiple services doesn’t automatically justify PPS billing.

Common Pitfalls
1. Preventive visits incorrectly converted to PPS without a qualifying problem
2. Screening-only visits triggering inappropriate encounters

Example Scenario:
A patient comes in for a routine wellness check (993XX non PPS). During the visit, a provider orders a standard blood pressure screening.

Even though services were performed, there is no separate, medically necessary problem addressed. Billing this as a PPS encounter (992XX) would be incorrect.

Why It Matters?

Incorrect PPS encounters can lead to:
1. Recoupment risk
2. Denials
3. Audit exposure

Properly aligning coding with medical necessity protects revenue and keeps encounters compliant.

Schedule a free consultation today - https://www.codeemr.com/request-information/