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Optometry/Ophthalmology Coding:

Know When Cataract Treatment Meets a Level 5 E/M

Published on Tue May 26, 2026

Question: An established senior patient presented to the office for a follow-up evaluation and management (E/M) visit for their bilateral anterior subcapsular polar age-related cataracts. After examining the patient’s eyes and reviewing their history, the ophthalmologist discussed the option of cataract surgery with the patient. The patient agreed to proceed with the surgery, which was scheduled for one month from [...]
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