tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2006 Issue 3

E/M Guideline Answers You Need to Know

Here's how to make smart choices about HPI, MDMDiagnostic tests, HPI elements, and radiologic review can all make choosing the correct E/M level difficult in the ED. If you-re having trouble deciding what credit these services should receive, check out this expert advice on tough E/M questions. Collect Credit for Diagnostic Decisions Question: Suppose a physician orders a diagnostic test, such as an electrocardiogram (EKG), but the patient refuses to undergo the test. Should the physician still get credit for the order when determining the complexity level associated with the encounter? Answer: You should factor the physician's order into...

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