vjefcoats
Networker
Good morning,
I need help on the following ED patient. The patient comes to ED with SOB, 02 sat continually drops...physician intubates patient. Respiratory Therapy does mechanical ventilation (portable vent). They want to charge 94002/94003. However cpt states that these codes are for inpatient/observation stay only. The patient was transferred to another facility for higher level of care.
Can we charge 94002/94003?? Any input will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Vicki J.
CPC
I need help on the following ED patient. The patient comes to ED with SOB, 02 sat continually drops...physician intubates patient. Respiratory Therapy does mechanical ventilation (portable vent). They want to charge 94002/94003. However cpt states that these codes are for inpatient/observation stay only. The patient was transferred to another facility for higher level of care.
Can we charge 94002/94003?? Any input will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Vicki J.
CPC