Optometry Coding & Billing Alert
Supervision Levels for Ophthalmological Diagnostic Tests
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Keep the levels straight - and elevate your documentation to the next level CMS has determined that certain diagnostic tests under the "Special Ophthalmological Services" heading in the CPT manual require either general or direct supervision when a nonphysician practitioner performs them. Use this key to help keep your documentation on the level. Level One: General Supervision Physician provides overall direction and control but does not need to be present.
Level Two: Direct Supervision Physician must be present in the office suite and immediately available to assist in and direct the procedure.
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