Coding Challenge

Use V Codes to Report Follow-Up Visits

Question: If a patient receives treatment and the condition was resolved, which ICD-9 code should I report if the patient returns in six months for a follow-up visit? Answer: The most accurate way to code visits to follow up on treatment for a previous...

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April 6, 2011
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Don’t Miss Out on E/M Fees by Initiating Ob Record Too Soon

Test your ob record skills with this four part challenge.

If your ob-gyn simply confirms a patient’s pregnancy during an office visit, you’ll be able to report V72.42 (Pregnancy, confirmed). But when should you start the ob record? Take this...

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March 22, 2010