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    Wiki Coding E/M with NST

    Can E/M codes be coded with a non stress test?
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    Wiki New to Chrio Coding

    Hi there, I am new to chiropractic coding. I understand that if it is an established patient you can not code an E/M level and a manipulation on the same day if it is the same diagnosis as before. My question is the Chiropractor I code for almost every time has an office level visit and a...
    • kmccard
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    • code diagnosis e/m level manipulation
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Chiropractic
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    Wiki History of Colonic Polyps and E/M Codes

    Hello our physician at our practice used an E/M code of 99397 for a Dx code Z89010, this is a Medicare patient is this coding correct? Will Medicare pay?
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    Wiki Coders Needed! Remote or in NJ Office

    We are looking for E/M, Cardiology and multi-specialty coders. There are 3 positions currently open. Position: Onsite Full Time Permanent or Contract Medical Coder Location: Remote or In Jersey City Office CPC or equivalent. CPC-A’s are also welcome to submit their resumes for consideration...
    • CLBLUE
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    • cardiology contract e/m multi-specialty onsite
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Resume Postings
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    Wiki billing E/M level instead of injection

    I have a Dr. who has a question about billing just for his E/M level vist and not for the injection that he gave the patient due to it probabaly being denied. Is this kosher. I am under the impression that you cannot just do this? Any feed back would be appreciated.
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    Wiki Billing ills and wells together

    I believe there is some controversy on this. Our office is billing both for same visit and we are getting paid for it. I assume others are as well. For those that are comfortable with this my question is how do you determine the level of e/m? Do you look at the components and kind of subtract...
    • CRPedsCoder
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    • billing e/m minutes pediatrics well visit
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Pediatrics
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    Wiki Billing an annaul & E/M at the same time.

    It is my understanding that the annual exam needs a complete past, family & social history. pt. also has a level 4 (99214) illness, how do you separate the history for the annual and the E/M code?
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    Wiki E/m level 99221 - 99223 and 99231-99223 initial and subsequent hospital care

    Please help, can we as the hospital charge a e/m level for inpatient for a doc either employed or not by the hospital, even if the doc charges a e/m level through their clinic. We are having a discussion on this issue and of course we all do not agree and need outside advice. Or do you know...
    • teresa
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    • doc e/m hospital issue level
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: E/M
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    Wiki E/M Leveling

    When coding for outpatient physician visits do i consider the diagnosis Z23-incounter for immunization as a diagnosis for the overall leveling of the e/m code??
    • Ajones2015
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    • diagnosis e/m immunizations leveling physician
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: E/M
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    Wiki FT onsite, coder needed

    Oklahoma City - Large multi-specialty physician group. E/M experience helpful. Please contact Terri @ 405-553-0852, for more information.
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    Wiki Modifier 59 help

    IBC stopped paying my claims for 2 e/m's (an office visit and preventive visit) and a flu shot . The claims had a 25 modifier on them but now all of a sudden because of NCCI edits I am being told that I have to use a 59 modifier. Is anyone familiar with this modifier - can you tell me if...
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    Wiki E/M & Surgery Coder Needed (Remote, Contract) - Gastroenterology

    Hi Coders, Aviacode is looking for coders that can code both E/M and SURGERIES for the following specialties: Cardiology Gastroenterology General Surgery Nephorology Neurology Neurosurgery Orthopedic Pulmonology If you have experience in one or more of those specialties with BOTH E/M and Surgery...
    • jschmutz
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    • coders e/m experience specialties surgery
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Cardiology
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    Wiki E/M & Surgery Coder Needed (Remote, Contract)

    Hi Coders, Aviacode is looking for coders that can code both E/M and SURGERIES for the following specialties: Cardiology Gastroenterology General Surgery Nephorology Neurology Neurosurgery Orthopedic Pulmonology If you have experience in one or more of those specialties with BOTH E/M and Surgery...
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    Wiki Intraoperative consults

    What E/M code do you use when billing for an intraoperative consult?
    • smannes
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    • billing consult consults e/m intraoperative
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: E/M
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    Wiki What is your go to refrence that is not the DG's or google?

    I know there are lot of books that provide guidance for documentation and auditing of E/M services. I'm curious which one book is your go to . . . ?
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    Wiki Breastfeeding consult during Postpartum

    If a mother has a visit for breastfeeding consultation/instruction during her 6-8 week postpartum period, can you bill an E/M for the visit or is the visit considered part of the postpartum period?
    • LeaHarris
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    • breastfeeding e/m period postpartum visit
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: OB/GYN
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    Wiki Billing CPT 69209 - Ear Lavage

    So excited to see this new code added. Can anyone clarify if this code can still be used in conjunction with an E/M service as long as additional diagnosis' were covered to associate with the E/M?
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    Wiki Observation versus ER vist and in or outpatient E/M

    We are a private practice specializing in Orthopedic Surgery, with on call duties at the local hospitals. Recently we hired a new coder, who believes our physicians should be using the observation codes when called into ER or when the patient has been admitted by Hospital Medical Services. We...
    • MARY K
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    • admitted codes e/m observation outpatient
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: E/M
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    Wiki What is your go to refrence that is not the DG's or google

    I know there are lot of books that provide guidance for documentation of E/M services. I'm curious which one book is your go to . . . ?
    • stephanie7480
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    • documentation e/m e/m documentation provide refrence
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: E/M
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    Wiki Multi-Specialty E/M Coder Wanted (Remote 1099 Position) - Aviacode is looking for Mul

    Aviacode is looking for Multi-Specialty E/M coders (remote 1099 position). See the job description and how to apply here: https://goo.gl/Jb6tiS
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    Wiki 36589 without guidewire

    I have a surgeon who removed a dialysis catheter by simply removing cuff and pulling out the line (that is the documentation). Put pressure on for 10 min and bandaged. Coder assigned 36589 which I think is incorrect. I hesitate to reduce with /52. My initial instinct is to use an E/M code...
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    Wiki FP performing Consults?

    I have been stirring about this and I just cannot think of any examples where a Family practice doc would be billing a consult? I have a doc (who always has to "beat the system" in some way, shape or form) who all of the sudden wants to bill consults. I would think he would be the one sending...
    • MandyFlagg
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    • consults e/m family practice
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: E/M
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    Wiki Experienced CPC- Nashville, TN Looking for Coding or Office MGMT Positon

    I have tons of experience I have been certified w/ AAPC since 1999, I have over 16 years of billing, collections, insurance and coding experience! I have about 5 years of prior supervisory experience. I am with my current employer for 5 years now and have decided to look for a new position. I...
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    Wiki I&D w/ E/M?

    So I have a provider who performed a full E/M on a lesion, concluded it was an abscess and performed an I&D and gave an antibiotic perscription. My question is would this be an E/M-25 w/ 10060 OR because the E/M was directed towards the abscess would this just be a 10060? Its the wording...
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    Wiki I&d w/ e/m?

    So I have a provider who performed a full E/M on a lesion, concluded it was an abscess and performed an I&D and gave an antibiotic perscription. My question is would this be an E/M-25 w/ 10060 OR because the E/M was directed towards the abscess would this just be a 10060? Its the wording...
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    Wiki E/M MDM Table 1: Self limiting/minor vs. New Problem

    I have been an auditor for several yrs and have never considered a self limiting or minor problem as a New Problem on the Med Dec Making Table of Risk (Table 1) # of Dx or Management Options. In my opinion and due to the fact that there is a separate box for self limiting (1 pt), it would need...
    • scottshar
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    • auditing compliance e/m
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: E/M
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    Wiki Physical vs New PT visit

    My husband went to the Dr. and I have questions regarding the coding because I am so close to this I wanted the opinion of others before I question the office. Pt called up and requested physical examination due to being new in the area and needed to establish a PCP. Pt received bloodwork and...
    • ssjogren
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    • e/m pcp physical
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: E/M
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    Wiki High level E/M?

    Established patient with four problems - all of them follow-ups. Progress notes a short assesment of each one, and a treatment plan. One is a toe nail Bx, one gets an injection, the other two are treated topically. Doc says that because there are so many, he should get a 99215. I've got no...
    • losborn
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    • 99215 e/m low documentation derm
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Dermatology
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    Wiki Emergency Medicine

    am wanting to do a Emergency Dept webinar, I was considering two: E/M Coding for the Emergency Dept and Emergency Medicine- How to Accurately Code They seem very similar in what they teach you. and both are rated highly.( I wish AAPC let people actually review a webinar, to let others know...
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