When a patient is placed in observation status know the documentation guidelines for time. Occasionally a physician will need to observe a patient in the hospital for a time beyond that of a singlevis... [ Read More ]
Review common scenarios to get the big picture of observation status requirements. ByKerin Draak MS RN WHNPBC CPC CPCI CEMC COBGC andG.J. Verhovshek MA CPC Coding for observation services depends on s... [ Read More ]
Navigate the fine lines between ED outpatient inpatient By Sarah Todt RN CPC CPCEDS Observation services as reported with evaluation and management codes allow physicians an additional opportunity to ... [ Read More ]