tci Part B Insider - 2007 Issue 30
Part B Coding Coach: Exceed Auditors' Expectations With This E/M History Level Guide
Steer clear of the -here for recheck- pitfallIf choosing E/M patient history levels leaves you in a daze, slow down and take a look at this element-by-element breakdown. Then use our handy chart to be sure you-ve met every requirement your payor demands. Reality: E/Ms are the easiest for regulators to audit, says Bill Dacey, in his presentation -E/M Auditing: Regulations vs. Reality- at the 2007 national American Academy of Professional Coders conference in Seattle.One important aspect of selecting the proper E/M code is pinpointing the right history level.You have four history levels to choose from...
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