E/M Leveling in Practice: Choosing Between MDM and Time

Since the office-visit overhaul, evaluation and management levels rest on two alternative pillars: medical decision-making or total time on the date of the encounter. Coders may use whichever supports the…

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How to Avoid TCM Coding Denials

• CPT code 99495 (TCM with moderate medical decision complexity and a face-to-face visit within 14 days of discharge) • CPT code 99496 (TCM with high medical decision complexity and…

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