Pediatric Coding Alert

Reader Questions:

Take These Steps to Show PFSH Checked

Question: Can I count past family social history (PFSH) items that I record using a sheet? Georgia Subscriber Answer: Yes. You can use a sheet to record PFSH. Properly document that you updated the sheet by noting "refer back to" for pertinent information. List any changes from the initial recoding to the current visit.
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