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Code descriptor revisions are about time. After the extensive changes CPT® made to the evaluation and management (E/M) codes and guidelines over the last few years, you’ll be relieved to know that the E/M changes in CPT® 2024 are minimal. But that do...
Review the AMA’s updated definition of what constitutes a unique test. Many coders are asking the question, “What is a unique test?” As always, we must first turn to the guidelines to see how “test” is defined. In the original published guidelines, t...
In 2021, you will see big changes to new and established office/outpatient evaluation and management (E/M) codes 99202-99215. To help your practice prepare for these changes, AAPC will hold a series of in-depth, online workshops this year...
Weigh the pros and cons as the healthcare industry prepares to implement new leveling guidelines. Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock for the last two years, you should now be fully aware that big changes to the way you will determine evaluation an...
Be aware of three proposals that would make coding these services easier, but also may negatively affect physician reimbursement. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed radical changes that, if finalized, would ease the do...