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Neurosurgery Coding Alert

Preventive Measures:

Consider These Rules on Coding Obesity Screening, Counseling Measures

Published on Mon Oct 23, 2017

Know which circumstances might warrant the use of this preventive measure. Neurosurgeons, like most providers, can and should perform various types of preventive care services when the provider deems them necessary. Problem: Many providers and office staff alike are not fully aware of the circumstances under which preventivecare measures can be taken. Similarly, they may not know the full range [...]
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