Pediatric Coding Alert
Use This Quick Chart to Find the Right Exam Level Every Time
Pediatric Coding Alert
- Diabetes Management:
Diabetes Coding Can Be As Simple As 1-2-3
Hint: Report only diabetic complications related to current episode of care.Veteran coders may recall with [...] - E/M Coding:
Choose the Correct Physical Exam Level Every Time With These 4 FAQs
Tip: Use Caution When Keeping E/M Templates at Hand.Whether you have significant coding experience or [...] - Use This Quick Chart to Find the Right Exam Level Every Time
With two sets of guidelines -- 1995 and 1997 -- for assigning a physical examination level, you [...] - Diagnosis Coding:
Use E Codes to Establish Medical Necessity, Fully Document Accidents and Injuries
Tip: Never list E codes as primary diagnoses. Accidents do happen--and when it comes to [...] - You Be the Coder:
Payers May Balk at V20.2 for Vaccines
Question: One of our payers suddenly began questioning claims that we submit which have V20.2 [...] - Reader Question:
Know the Ropes for Lead Testing
Question: How often can we bill for lead screenings? And which diagnosis code should we [...] - Reader Question:
Classify Allergies Correctly During Patient's Evaluation
Question: The pediatrician documented NKDA (no known drugallergies) as part of a patient's evaluation. Can [...] - Reader Question:
Be Diligent With Medicaid Forms
Question: We are not listed with the Medicaid system in our state as a participating [...]
