Our Allergists have historically charged their visits in the following way:
1st Visit- Consult or New Patient E&M
2nd Visit- Est E&M w/ mod-25 and Percutaneous Scratch Testing
The day of the testing is what is now being questioned. We are being told that we cannot charge an E&M level with a mod-25 in addition to the testing. However, the E&M level is not solely for the testing. The Doctors do review the results of the testing, but they then spend a lengthy amount of time discussing next steps, options for treatment, making adjustments to medications, etc. Are we able to charge the 2nd visit E&M in this instance?
Thanks!