tci Part B Insider - 2009 Issue 22

PART B CODING COACH :Maximize E/M Payment for Hepatitis Patients With Accurate MDM

Follow these 4 tips and learn how to make the most out of initial visit claims through diagnosis and follow-up. Diagnosis of hepatitis can be a more drawn-out process than diagnosing other ailments. Check to see if your doctor's E/M documentation is capturing every aspect of the visit. Fully Document the Initial Visit The first service you'll report for a potential hepatitis patient may be an initial visit (such as 99201-99205 for new patients) during which your internist will perform an exam to confirm the hepatitis diagnosis. Most first visits with a potential hepatitis patient involve a higher level...

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