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    Wiki E/M coding and IUD check Question

    I'm getting some mixed information on the level of E/M this visit should be, so I'd thought better to ask for help! Patient comes in for IUD check. During visit patient states partner feels poking during intercourse. Pelvic exam completed. Patient requests strings to be cut. 1 cm of strings are...
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    Wiki Initial Prescription of OCPs following a IUD removal

    Our provider sees a patient for an IUD removal. On the same day, provider started oral contraceptives. Is it appropriate to bill a separate E/M code for this reason? Appending modifier -25 to this E/M code. Appreciate the reponse!
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    Wiki Modifier FP

    What situations can you use mod FP in? Guidelines? I am having a hard time finding a straight forward answer.
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    Wiki Over Coding Issue

    Hi Everyone, I've recently started a new position with a family planning clinic and I'm the first coder they've ever had. The previous billing supervisor, who is no longer with the company, put a rule in place that all procedures should be billed with an E/M code & modifier 25. As we all know...
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