Anna Weaver
Guest
We have a physician who was in practice by himself (Dr. A). Other Doc's here cover for each other on call (Dr B and Dr C). So, in this instance Dr. B covered a hospital visit call in July and charged appropriate subsequent visit CPT. Now, in August, Dr. A is not with the facility any longer and patient is now with Dr. B. Dr. B charged a new patient visit when patient came to establish care.
My thinking is that this is inappropriate because they have already charged on this patient within the past month, they can no longer be considered a new patient. The office charged the patient a new visit.
We're in discussions and it's very confusing and muddy!!! Any comments appreciated. Thanks
My thinking is that this is inappropriate because they have already charged on this patient within the past month, they can no longer be considered a new patient. The office charged the patient a new visit.
We're in discussions and it's very confusing and muddy!!! Any comments appreciated. Thanks