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Jeffrey D. Lehrman, DPM, FASPS, MAPWCA, CPC, CPMA

Blog
09/26/2017
We use ICD-10 codes that start with L97- for non-pressure chronic ulcers of the lower limb. We use these codes for diabetic foot ulcers, stasis ulcers and others. Since the onset of ICD-10, we have only had five sixth-character options for...
We use ICD-10 codes that start with L97- for non-pressure chronic ulcers of the lower limb. We use these codes for diabetic foot ulcers, stasis ulcers and others. Since the onset of ICD-10, we have only had five sixth-character options for...
We use ICD-10 codes that start...
09/26/2017
Podiatry Today
Jeffrey D. Lehrman, DPM, FASPS, CPC
Blog
12/15/2021
Here Dr. Lehrman shares options for podiatrists as to when certain consultation codes may apply to interprofessional encounters.
Here Dr. Lehrman shares options for podiatrists as to when certain consultation codes may apply to interprofessional encounters.
Here Dr. Lehrman shares options...
12/15/2021
Podiatry Today
Blog
11/26/2019
The CPT codes in the “Repair (Closure)” section of the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) book are intended for wound closure performed with “sutures, staples, or tissue adhesives.” Full guidelines for the use of these codes can be found on...
The CPT codes in the “Repair (Closure)” section of the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) book are intended for wound closure performed with “sutures, staples, or tissue adhesives.” Full guidelines for the use of these codes can be found on...
The CPT codes in the “Repair...
11/26/2019
Podiatry Today
Blog
10/14/2016
There have been some changes to the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting that affect podiatrists. These changes are for the 2017 fiscal year and went into effect October 1, 2016. There are now specific codes for bunion,...
There have been some changes to the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting that affect podiatrists. These changes are for the 2017 fiscal year and went into effect October 1, 2016. There are now specific codes for bunion,...
There have been some changes to...
10/14/2016
Podiatry Today
Blog
08/15/2018
I have never used this space for something like this before but our profession has not seen such a threat in my career.
I have never used this space for something like this before but our profession has not seen such a threat in my career.
I have never used this space for...
08/15/2018
Podiatry Today
Blog
11/20/2015
When is it appropriate to code for an evaluation and management (E/M) service while a patient is in the post-op global period? The only circumstance in which this would be appropriate is when the problem being evaluated and managed is...
When is it appropriate to code for an evaluation and management (E/M) service while a patient is in the post-op global period? The only circumstance in which this would be appropriate is when the problem being evaluated and managed is...
When is it appropriate to code...
11/20/2015
Podiatry Today
Staying on Top of Government Regulations
Videos
05/07/2020
 This video provides insight into how to stay on top of government regulations and the resources available to the health care provider.
 This video provides insight into how to stay on top of government regulations and the resources available to the health care provider.
 This video provides...
05/07/2020
Blog
08/30/2017
There are multiple coding considerations when it comes to the application of cellular and/or tissue based products, formerly known as “skin substitutes,” for wounds. One of these considerations deals with the preparation of the ulcer the...
There are multiple coding considerations when it comes to the application of cellular and/or tissue based products, formerly known as “skin substitutes,” for wounds. One of these considerations deals with the preparation of the ulcer the...
There are multiple coding...
08/30/2017
Podiatry Today
Why Can’t I Just Be A Doctor?
Blog
10/08/2021
There are many requirements we have to fulfill, many skills we need to possess, and much knowledge we need to gain in order to function as a doctor.
There are many requirements we have to fulfill, many skills we need to possess, and much knowledge we need to gain in order to function as a doctor.
There are many requirements we...
10/08/2021
Podiatry Today
Blog
10/09/2019
Do you really care about preventing amputations? If so, now is your time to show it. WPS Government Health Administrators, the Part B Medicare Administrative Contractor for Michigan, Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, and Missouri, has issued a...
Do you really care about preventing amputations? If so, now is your time to show it. WPS Government Health Administrators, the Part B Medicare Administrative Contractor for Michigan, Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, and Missouri, has issued a...
Do you really care about...
10/09/2019
Podiatry Today