tci E/M Coding Alert - 2017 Issue 11

TCM: Get Your TCM Coding Right Every Time With These Handy Tips

If the patient dies before the 30-day TCM period elapses, don't report 99495 and 99496. Experts agree that transitional care management (TCM) codes 99495 and 99496 can be tricky, but you don't have to let TCM errors trip up your coding. Read on for eight handy tips to ensure you always submit clean TCM claims in your practice. Don't miss: Your TCM code options are: 99495 (Transitional Care Management services with the following required elements: communication [direct contact, telephone, electronic] withthe patient and/or caregiver within 2 business days of discharge; medical decision making of at least moderate complexity during...

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