decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2019 Issue 3 (March)
Pay attention to the details when selecting new psychological testing codes
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Article Overview
This article reviews updated psychological testing and patient risk assessment coding in a pain management setting. It discusses the move away from older testing codes, the distinction between automated and paper-based assessment workflows, and the importance of checking local coverage and payer requirements for diagnoses, staff roles, and qualified examiners. The piece is aimed at coders, billers, and clinicians who need to align testing documentation with current coding guidance.
Why This Topic Matters
Psychological testing and risk assessment services are easy to miscode when workflows, staff involvement, and payer policies differ. Understanding the current code framework helps reduce denials, avoid inappropriate reporting, and support compliant documentation in pain management practices.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames updated psychological testing and patient risk assessment coding in a pain management setting.
- Why local coverage determinations and payer policies are important when reporting testing services.
- What kinds of provider qualifications and staff roles are discussed in relation to psychological testing.
- How the article distinguishes between different testing workflows at a high level.
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Compliance professionals
- Pain management clinicians
- Practice managers
Codes Discussed
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