Reader Question:
Know the Coding Rules When the Patient Isn't Present
Published on Fri Jun 21, 2019
Question: A patient’s wife presented to talk about her husband’s colonoscopy results and diverticulitis, treatment options, and which medications he should take. How can we bill for this visit? Michigan Subscriber Answer: The answer will depend on which insurer covers the patient. According to CPT® rules, if the patient’s family members present to the practice to discuss the patient’s condition [...]