The Coding Corner: Reporting EM services with time as the controlling factor CPR’s “Coding Corner” focuses on coding, compliance, and documentation issues relating specifically to physician billing. This month’s tip comes from G. John Verhovshek, the managing editor for AAPC, a training and credentialing association for the business side of health care. Occasionally, a health care provider’s discussions with a patient about his or her medical condition(s) may consume a greater portion of the provider/patient encounter than the time devoted to performing a relevant history, exam and medical decision-making (MDM). In such cases, CPT® guidelines allow you to consider time as “the ... June 19, 2018 Coding coding, EM 0 0 Comment Read More »
How physicians can improve coding and increase revenue Reimbursement for evaluation and management (EM) services is often the most challenging for primary care physicians and their billing staff.The most common EM codes are based on location, patient status, and level of service. A good understanding of the opportunities, and a review of common errors found in audits, will help your practice obtain payment and peace of mind. Read More... July 22, 2016 Coding coding, prolonged services 0 0 Comment Read More »
