In plastic surgery billing, accounts receivable, often referred to as AR, rarely deteriorates overnight. More often, AR slowly drifts. Denials increase, aging stretches out, cash flow tightens, and leadership assumes it is a payer issue. AR is a slow burn… once you notice a fire is it often too late or at least you’ve lost […]

Dermatology Medical Billing and Coding: A Complete Guide Dermatology medical billing and coding can feel like a headache, especially with all the codes, modifiers, and insurance rules involved.  If you’re a dermatologist, practice manager, or biller, getting this process right is key to getting paid on time and avoiding claim rejections. At The Auctus Group, […]

CPT 17004: When and How to Use It If you’re here to figure out how to bill CPT 17004 correctly, you’re in the right place.  Whether you’re a dermatologist, billing specialist, or practice manager, this guide will walk you through what this code means, when to use it, and how to avoid common billing mistakes.  […]

CPT 11201: How to Bill for Skin Tag Removal the Right Way Accurate billing is essential for dermatology practices to avoid claim denials and maximize reimbursements.  One commonly used CPT code is CPT 11201, which covers the removal of additional skin tags beyond the first 15.  If your coding isn’t correct, you could be leaving […]

99213 vs 99214 CPT Code: Key Differences & Documentation Understanding the differences between CPT code 99213 vs 99214 is essential for accurate medical billing and maximizing reimbursements.  Choosing the wrong code can lead to underbilling, costing your practice revenue, or overbilling, increasing audit risks. At The Auctus Group, we specialize in medical billing solutions.  This […]

Skin Tag Removal CPT: How To Code & Bill Correctly Skin tags are a common issue in dermatology, and getting the correct CPT codes for their removal is important for proper medical billing.  Insurance companies often deny claims if the removal isn’t medically necessary, which makes accurate documentation just as important as using the right […]

CPT 11420: How to Code And Bill Correctly Getting medical coding right is important for getting paid on time and avoiding claim denials.  CPT 11420 is a common code in dermatology and plastic surgery for removing small benign lesions.  If it’s not coded correctly, you could lose money or deal with insurance issues.  This guide […]

J3300: Comprehensive Guide to Coding and Billing If your dermatology practice uses injectable drugs like J3300, understanding how to code and bill properly is essential for smooth operations and maximizing reimbursements.  J3300 is a specific HCPCS code tied to certain treatments, and this guide will help you understand its applications, coding requirements, and how we […]

J0702: A Guide to Accurate Coding J0702 is a HCPCS code for Injection for betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg.  This injection is commonly used to treat various inflammatory conditions, including arthritis, tendonitis, and some skin issues.  For medical providers, using this code correctly ensures accurate medical billing and timely reimbursements. […]

11104 CPT Code – A Simple Guide to Billing and Reimbursement The 11104 CPT code is used for a punch biopsy of the skin.  This code applies when a doctor removes a small, round piece of skin for testing, usually to check for things like cancer, rashes, or other skin conditions.  It’s the go-to code […]