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Dr originally sees pt for work problems. Then she goes 3 months without seeing the patient. Patient returns with new complaints of marital problems. Can I bill a 90801 again since its a new issue with a new treatment plan?
The rule I have on 90801 says this code may be billed once, per provider/discipline, at the onset of an illness or suspected illness. It may be utilized again for the same pt if a new episode of illness occurs after a hiatus, or an admission/readmission, to an inpt status due to complications of the underlying condition.
What exactly do you think if a new episode of illness occurs after a hiatus means? Clarification would be great on this.
The rule I have on 90801 says this code may be billed once, per provider/discipline, at the onset of an illness or suspected illness. It may be utilized again for the same pt if a new episode of illness occurs after a hiatus, or an admission/readmission, to an inpt status due to complications of the underlying condition.
What exactly do you think if a new episode of illness occurs after a hiatus means? Clarification would be great on this.