Editorial Policy

Editorial Policy

Purpose

This document describes how FormJuicer creates, reviews, and maintains content to ensure accuracy, usefulness, and trustworthiness. Medical billing information directly affects revenue and compliance — we take that responsibility seriously.

Content Creation Process

1. Topic Selection

Topics are selected based on:

• Search demand from medical billing professionals (billers, coders, RCM staff)
• Coverage gaps — topics where existing resources are vague, outdated, or missing actionable detail
• Practical utility — we prioritize topics where specific, accurate information prevents claim denials or compliance violations

We do not chase high-volume keywords outside our domain. If we can't write it with authority and specificity, we don't write it.

2. Research & Source Gathering

Every article begins with primary source research:

• CMS Transmittals and Manuals (Internet-Only Manuals, MLN publications)
• AMA CPT code sets and official coding guidelines
• AHIMA and AAPC practice briefs and coding guidance
• Payer-specific provider manuals and bulletins (Medicare, Medicaid, commercial)

We do not cite forums, social media posts, or unattributed third-party blogs as primary sources. If a secondary source is used for context, it is clearly labeled as such.

3. Writing Standards

All FormJuicer content must:

• Be actionable — readers should be able to complete a task after reading, not just understand a concept
• Use specific codes, field numbers, and form references — no "fill in the appropriate code" vagueness
• Include step-by-step procedures for resolution and process topics
• Cite sources inline using [Source](URL) format
• Avoid jargon without explanation — define acronyms on first use

4. Fact-Checking

Before publication, every article undergoes fact-checking:

• Claim extraction — verifiable factual claims are identified
• Source verification — each claim is checked against authoritative references
• Evidence grading — claims are marked as verified, partially verified, unverified, or incorrect
• Correction — incorrect claims are rewritten with correct information and proper citations
• Citation enforcement — every corrected or verified claim includes an inline source link

Fact-check reports are retained for editorial records.

5. Review & Publication

Articles are reviewed for:

• Technical accuracy of codes, field numbers, and procedures
• Completeness of coverage relative to the topic
• Clarity and readability for the target audience
• Proper source citations and inline references
• Schema markup and metadata correctness

Content Maintenance

Scheduled Reviews

Content Type	Review Frequency
UB-04 field guides	Annually (code sets change yearly)
Denial code references	Every 6 months
CPT/HCPCS code guides	Annually (with AMA updates)
Compliance & HIPAA	Every 6 months
Form instructions	Annually

Triggers for Immediate Review

• CMS transmittal or MLN article that changes a field requirement
• Annual CPT/ICD-10 code set updates
• HIPAA rule changes or new enforcement actions
• Reader-reported errors

Corrections

When errors are found:

1. The error is corrected within 48 hours
2. A correction notice is added at the bottom of the article
3. The dateModified metadata is updated
4. If the error could affect claim submission, a prominent notice is placed at the top

See our Corrections Policy for full details.

What We Don't Do

• We don't provide legal advice — compliance information is educational, not legal counsel
• We don't guarantee claim outcomes — payer rules vary; always verify with your specific payer
• We don't sell coding certifications or training — our content is reference material
• We don't accept sponsored content that compromises editorial independence

Version

This editorial policy was last updated on April 10, 2026.

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