tci E/M Coding Alert - 2024 Issue Q2

Specialty Focus: Check Your Toe Injury Coding Knowledge

Distinguish between new and existing patients to assign the appropriate E/M code. Injuries to the toe are frequently seen in podiatry. When your podiatrist carries out an X-ray to identify the injury, it’s crucial that you understand how to document the injury, how to choose the appropriate level for the evaluation and management (E/M) office visit, and how to properly document the X-ray procedure(s). Examine the given situation below and determine how to appropriately select the correct CPT® and ICD-10-CM codes for this claim. Scenario: An established patient is complaining of pain in their right fifth toe. The...

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