tci Part B Insider - 2008 Issue 5

PART B MYTHBUSTER: Shatter These 4 'Push' Myths to Create Pristine Claims

Steer clear of this common concurrent coding misdeedIf you thought you couldn't report an IV push that lasted less than 15 minutes, now is time to bust that myth.Many medical practices thought their coding woes were cured with CPT 2008, but were let down when the AMA clarified that new code +90776 (Therapeutic, prophylactic or diagnostic injection; each additional sequential intravenous push of the same substance/drug provided in a facility) is just for facilities. But you can still simplify your coding options with the reality behind four coding myths.Myth 1: Count to 15 for every push. Most...

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