Coding and documentation practices
Physicians Practice December 13, 2022
Your guide to coding and documentation best practices.
This story was derived from a Medical Economics Bootcamp.
Click here to access the full session video and slide deck (registration required).
Introduction:
The difference between a financially and clinically successful practice and one that is struggling often comes down to whether they have the code right and document thoroughly. Changes in 2021 to major coding categories, such as evaluation and management (E/M) coding for office visits means major change that can hamper your operations if not done well. Denials, one of the major aggravation points for practices, are possible with any filed claim, especially since each payer has their own policies, which change constantly.
What can practices do to tighten up...