tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2000 Issue 1

Written Report Reduces Denials of Rhythm Strip Interpretations

In the December 1999 issue of ED Coding Alert (page 89-91), we detailed correct coding and documentation for use of the code 93010 (electrocardiogram, routine ECG with at least 12 leads; interpretation and report only).In the last section of the article, we touched on whether coders should report a code for a rhythm strip interpretation (93042, rhythm ECG, one to three leads; interpretation and report only) if the physician did not completely document the interpretation of a 12-lead ECG.This is a controversial area, as many physicians and coders believe this is a valid practice, while others feel...

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