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The Urology Coding and Reimbursement Podcast is for Urologists and urology practice staff: Administrators, APPs, Billers and Coders. We help urologists and staff achieve peak economic and practice efficiency so there is time and energy to focus on patient care and a happy life. Your cohosts, Mark, Scott and Dr. Ray Painter discuss urology coding and share best practices for the urology office. We will answer submitted urology coding questions so that you can learn the concepts and apply in your practice. Learn the best practices: urology coding, revenue cycle management, scheduling, collections, patient information collection, pre-authorization, prior approval, charge capture, office communications, claim entry review, appeals, audits and billing, that we have tested and proven so you can adapt and incorporate.

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UCR 260: Potential Government Shutdown and Telehealth – What Urology Practices Need to Know Now

September 26, 2025 • Episode 260

September 26, 2025

In this episode, Scott, Mark, and Ray discuss the looming federal government shutdown and how it could impact urology practices—especially telehealth services. They explain the latest developments in Washington, what Medicare and Medicaid payments will look like during a shutdown, and offer practical guidance for handling telehealth visits, front-office operations, and prior authorizations. Mark shares specific strategies and options for practices, including use of ABNs and billing considerations for Medicare Advantage and traditional Medicare patients. The episode wraps with insights on how the shutdown might delay CMS’s final rule and the broader implications for AI, reimbursement, and practice management.

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