Wiki 2024 E/M Time Requirement Changes

[mhills]

Can anybody clarify for me if the new 2024 minimum time requirements for office visit E/M codes (99202---205, 99212-99215) are ALWAYS required or if the provider is still allowed to pick codes based on medical decision making OR time? Thanks!

 

[Brenda1973]

Not always required. I don't even use time. Most my providers do not add their time into their notes. I always use MDM. I code virtual medicine. Time is only required for telephone visits