My last office was Opted Out of Medicare, and the G0438/G0439 codes were created during that time. Now my in-network doctors are coding the G0349, but always coding with an E&M. Is that standard protocol? From what I can find G0349 is a stand alone code for the "wellness visit" The notes have a Health Risk Profile listing + standard preventive orders (ei: mammogram, colonoscopy etc), but also has a full ROS & EXAM.
I just want to make sure I'm sending these visits correctly, as everything I read says CMS watches these codes closely.
Thank you in advance for any guidance.
I just want to make sure I'm sending these visits correctly, as everything I read says CMS watches these codes closely.
Thank you in advance for any guidance.