tci Part B Insider - 2015 Issue 6
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As most E/M coders are aware, drug therapy requiring intensive monitoring for toxicity is considered a high risk management option in the table of risk, and applies to the physician’s work ensuring that patients’ drug levels stay at safe levels. However, if you’re giving yourself extra points on the table of risk just because your patients are on drugs likely to cause toxicity (for instance, chemotherapy), you may want to re-check the doctor’s documentation to ensure he deserves the points. “In order to receive ‘credit’ for drug therapy requiring intensive monitoring for toxicity, you...
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