The AMA has developed a new CPT code for 15 minutes of prolonged care, done on the same day as office/outpatient codes 99215 and 99205. The new code … [Read more...]
Are start and stop times required for non face-to-face services?
Question: Regarding non face-to-face prolonged care, does Medicare require start and stop times, they way they do for prolonged face-to-face care? … [Read more...]
Medical necessity isn’t medical decision making
Have you heard of Talk Ten Tuesdays? It’s an internet radio program hosted by Chuck Buck and Dr. Erica Remer, and every week they discuss current … [Read more...]
Can I code at a higher level if everyone in the exam room is crying?
This short video addresses your questions about coding a higher level of service due to patient behavior. Includes CPT® guidelines, tips on selecting … [Read more...]
Non Face-to-Face Prolonged Service – 99358
Codes 99358 and 99359 are used for non-face-to-face prolonged services by the billing physician/NP/PA when provided in relation to an E/M service on … [Read more...]
Prescription drug management and medical decision making (MDM)
The Documentation Guidelines identify three key components in E/M services: history, exam and medical decision making. When should you count … [Read more...]
Your Patient Wants to Talk: How to Bill for Discussion Visits
The current CPT rules for office visits say time may be used to select a code for new or established patients if counseling/coordination of care … [Read more...]