7 Medicare Billing Codes Triggering Unexpected Charges (2026 Update)
Below are the seven Medicare billing codes most likely to trigger surprise charges in 2026. 1. HCPCS G2211 – The Complexity Add-On This is the most common surprise code appearing on 2026 Medicare bills. G2211 is an add-on code reported with office visit codes 99202–99215 when a physician manages long-term or complex conditions. Although the […]
Global Healthcare Runs on ICD-11—U.S. Healthcare Still Doesn’t
Why U.S. Healthcare Should Move to ICD-11 — Now, Not Later (Coding Is No Longer Just About Payment) The Quiet Storm in Healthcare Coding For decades, medical coding in the United States has been viewed primarily as a billing function—a means to justify reimbursement, support claims, and comply with payer rules. But that era […]
Why AI Is No Longer Optional for Medical Coders and Billers in 2026
Why AI Is No Longer Optional for Medical Coders and Billers Medical Necessity, Denials, and the Rise of Agentic AI in Revenue Protection Most hospital leaders clearly understand the financial risk associated with prior authorization failures. However, a far more complex and costly source of revenue leakage is now drawing serious attention across the healthcare […]
Medical Coders Alert: Anthem’s E/M Policy Could Change Everything
Expert insights from Dr Santosh Guptha, CEO Medesun, bringing 21 years experience, 45 certifications, world record holder in medical coding and billing. Anthem Blue Cross E/M Policy 2026: Why Medical Coders Must Pay Attention Now A Major E/M Policy Change Is Coming — And It Impacts Coders Directly Medical coders and billers should be on […]