general surgery_E/M services Archives

E/M Frequency Data for Surgical Specialties

CMS releases E/M frequency data annually. A physician self-elects their specialty designation when enrolling with Medicare. Unfortunately, there … [Read more...]

Billing Admission and Subsequent Visits for Patient Having Surgery

What if I admit a patient and don't take the patient immediately to surgery? Can I bill for the admission and subsequent visits if the patient goes … [Read more...]

Critical Care for General Surgery and Trauma Surgeons

Critical care provided as a stand alone service is based on the seriousness of the patient, the types of interventions, and time. Critical care … [Read more...]

Can I Get Paid for…Evaluation Prior to Surgery

The surgeon evaluates a patient, and determines that surgery is needed. Can the surgeon get paid for this initial service? Watch this short video … [Read more...]

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E/M Frequency Data for Surgical Specialties

Billing Admission and Subsequent Visits for Patient Having Surgery

Critical Care for General Surgery and Trauma Surgeons

Can I Get Paid for…Evaluation Prior to Surgery

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