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E/M and Time thresholds
Physicians, Cardiologists and Internal Medicine Physicians in particular, spend a lot of time with their patients reviewing test results and discussing treatment options, and many are missing reimbursement opportunities by not taking time into account when billing for E/M services. Read More...
Clear Documentation, Accurate Coding Can Secure Stress Test Reimbursement
Cardiovascular stress tests are among the most common services provided by cardiologists. But even though cardiology coders regularly bill for this “bread and butter” procedure, obtaining correct payment for services rendered can be complicated. Read More...
CPT Rules for Global Surgery
In a move to finally give direction to an ongoing dilemma on just what is and isn't included in the global surgical package, CPT included new, specific language as to the components of the package. Now this language was added in 2002, but here is a 2005 update to make sure your office would not fall under scrutiny should the rules not be followed. The language is included at the front of the Surgical Guidelines Section of CPT, under the heading "CPT Surgical Package Definition:" Read More...
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