Evaluation and management (E/M) coding is notoriously difficult because coders may have trouble selecting the correct code from among a range of seemingly appropriate choices.
Consequently, providers can make more mistakes with E/M coding than coding for any other item or service. This resource offers detailed and advanced guidance on selecting the appropriate E/M codes, with helpful resources designed for difficult E/M coding situations.
FEATURES • Optum360 Edge — Free access to the first module of Optum360’s Evaluation & Management Education Overview eLearning course. Earn 1 CEU. • Complete update to the significant changes in E/M coding process. • Compliance guidance, checklist, and worksheets. Assists in helping avoid costly revenue take-backs. • ICD-10-CM code assignment hinges on the quality and detail of E/M encounter data. Get the appropriate ICD-10-CM coding assignments with improved E/M coding process. Minimize physician queries and prevent delays in claims processing pending information and stop outright claims denials. • Includes clinical case studies. Train coders and clinicians using real-life scenarios. • Telemedicine services. Understand how E/M services are reported. • Chapter addressing HCPCS codes. HCPCS types of services complete in one chapter. • Covers E/M services. Review of the E/M rules and protocols. • Helpful advice designed for difficult E/M coding situations. Well-patient exams, H1N1 flu, and other common, but problematic coding scenarios are explained. • Includes knowledge assessments. With answers and rationale, get instant feedback on knowledge retention. • Targeted areas. Review what auditors are targeting, such as critical care. • Documentation guidance. Review key factors for proper E/M code selection, plus advice to help clinicians make an objective review of subjective information. |
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