Coding Challenge / E/M

Is E/M Possible Pre-Colonoscopy?

Question: A local family physician refers a patient to our gastroenterologist for a diagnostic colonoscopy. The patient reports to the practice and meets the gastroenterologist for the first time. After answering some patient questions during a brief introduction, the gastroenterologist performs a diagnostic colonoscopy with brushing. The patient had never met the gastroenterologist before. Is the time he spent with the patient [...] Related articles:

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February 3, 2010
CPT 2010 / Hot Coding Topics / radiology

Celebrate CT Colonography’s 2010 Move to Category I

But don’t assume the new codes will yield improved fees. Virtual colonoscopy coverage may be a mixed bag, but the AMA showed some confidence in the service by moving its codes from temporary Category III status to full-fledged Category I in 2010. The switch from Category III to Category I does offer some hope of better reimbursement [...] Related articles:

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November 30, 2009