I know this has been posted previously but I am going to try for a better reference. The question was asked why we do not code a note prior to be signed. I thought at one time there was something with a Coders Liability that we should not code a unsigned note because the provider could change something prior to his signature. There are signature guidelines for a provider, a lot of interpretation of articles and the majority of the coders respond they do not code unless the note is signed because it is considered an incomplete note. I really need something in writing to stand behind our point of waiting for the signature before we code. A lot of the guidelines state if a record is submitted without a signature payers could allow and attestation or signature log, so this is leading me to think differently but still not convinced this is a safe practice. thank you for all your help
Sheila
Sheila