I use the rule of 3, and if 3 people can't read it they don't get credit for it. On a side note I found this awhile back from WPSMedicare and thought it was interesting.
"2. If documentation is requested for review and the provider's documentation is
illegible, would it be appropriate for another staff member (i.e., coder, nurse) to
interpret the documentation and submit the more "legible" form of
documentation?
Yes, that is acceptable; however, remember to submit the actual illegible documentation
initially requested with the more legible form of documentation.
REFERENCE: IOM Program Integrity Manual, Chapter 3"
Laura, CPC