new cpt code 99224,99225,99226

New Added Codes for 2011 Evaluation and Management – 3 New Codes 99224 – Subsequent observation care, per day, for the evaluation and management of a patient, which requires at least 2 of these 3 key components: Problem focused interval history; Problem focused...

when do use modifeir 59 – key points to remember

When Do I Use Modifier – 59? Modifier -59 – For Distinct Procedural Service Key Points to Remember: 1.    When using this modifier, Medical Documentation is vital and essential to support medical necessity. This must be well-documented on...

Truth about pre op visit – PCP will get pay?

Pre-op visits: True or False? Are the following statements true or false? • The PCP cannot be paid to do a pre-op assessment of a Medicare patient prior to surgery because of the new consult rules. • The surgeon can never be paid to do a pre-op visit if s/he is going...