Hello, Just had a recent denial for 96413 as no documentation of direct supervision was noted by the provider or in the medical records -- what are they looking for? The MD reviewed AM labs, adjusted the medications to be given - what is examples of direct supervision that they are looking for?
I understand The CMS definition of direct supervision is that " the physician must be immediately available, meaning physically present, interruptible and able to furnish assistance and direction throughout the performance of the procedure. The physician is not required to be present in the room during the procedure or within any other physical boundary as long as he or she is immediately available. " -- But how is that proven
I understand The CMS definition of direct supervision is that " the physician must be immediately available, meaning physically present, interruptible and able to furnish assistance and direction throughout the performance of the procedure. The physician is not required to be present in the room during the procedure or within any other physical boundary as long as he or she is immediately available. " -- But how is that proven
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