newfiegirl
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Help!! any thoughts on how I would bill out for a parent of a minor who would like to meet with the provider prior to the actual initial visit for the child. 
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Walker22
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Help!! any thoughts on how I would bill out for a parent of a minor who would like to meet with the provider prior to the actual initial visit for the child.
Look at 99201-99205 or 99212-99215, depending if its a new or established patient. You will notice that the CPT descriptor says "...patient and/or family..." Keep in mind, however, that many payers do not allow payment for E/M services that do include face to face time with the patient.
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Remember the overarching criteria for an E/M visit is medical necessity. Where is the medical necessity to this visit? I don't believe it's a billable service.
Stephanie Moore, CPC, CPMA
President Seacoast Dover NH Chapter
Remember the overarching criteria for an E/M visit is medical necessity. Where is the medical necessity to this visit? I don't believe it's a billable service.
Stephanie Moore, CPC, CPMA
President Seacoast Dover NH Chapter
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Walker22
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I respectfully disagree. According to CPT definition, the patient does NOT have to be present to use these codes. It may indeed be medically necessary for the provider to meet with a family member.
Walker22
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Please see this article for more information: http://www.physicianspractice.com/pearls/billing-family-meetings