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Need help most appropriate E/M level for OV

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Reviewing encounter for recent TOC(established patient) visit with what could have been a moderate to high level MDM. However patient has Medicaid coverage so 99495 and 99496 is not usable even if MDM was moderate Diagnosis are of a higher complexity but confused by lack of MDM
I’m wondering if anyone would help advise on most appropriate E/M
Every aspect of HPI and history and Exam is detailed/ to comprehensive, no coordination of care was documented I’m just not certain what is most appropriate given the complexity of dx verses MDM
Assessment:
1. Body mass index (BMI) of 19 or less in adult – Z68.1 (Primary)
2. Acute ischemic right MCA stroke – I63.511, Appreciate recent hospitalization Continue rehabilitation
3. Hemiparesis of left nondominant side due to non-cerebrovascular etiology – G81.94
4. Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness – R41.89
5. Hypertension – I10, Patient is at goad: <140/90 per JNC 8 Guidelines – Blood pressure was in range. Taking medications as prescribed. No medication side effects noted. Continue monitoring blood pressure at home/record flow-sheet, bring for review.
6. Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome – I45.6
7. History of coronary rotational ablation – Z98.890
8. Status post placement of implantable loop recorder – Z95.818, implanted on 2/23/18
9. Anxiety – F41.9

Plan:

1. Others
Notes: Reviewed and encouraged compliance with current treatment plan
Notify doctor if any changes or concerns
Warrents close follow-up.

Would really appreciate any help or advice
Thank you Cheri

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Help: ROS negative findings– what is appropriate?

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I have always been taught that in auditing a chart note that the word "negative" will not count, and for at least one body system needs to specify the negative findings and then the provider can say all other systems negative. Is this correct? Does anyone know What Medicare rules are? I am dealing with questions from a provider right now, who wants something in black and white explaining the rationale behind this.
Thanks for your time

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Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC) in Coding, Reimbursement, and Clinical Practice

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Within the next several years, providers will be required to observe appropriate use criteria (AUC) as a condition of payment when reporting certain services for Medicare beneficiaries. Coders will need to be aware of this development, as it will begin to affect claims coding as early as July 2018. As described by AAOS: Appropriate Use […]
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New Information on the Medicare Rules for Appropriate Use Criteria and Clinical Decision Support

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New Information On The Medicare Rules For AUC CDS heatlhcare administrative partners

New information has been provided by The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) that will supplement our article An Update for Radiologists on Appropriate Use Criteria and Clinical Decision Support.  We can now update you from the recent release of the “Proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) for 2018” and the “Proposed Rule for Quality Payment Program Year 2.”


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New Information on the Medicare Rules for Appropriate Use Criteria and Clinical Decision Support

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New Information On The Medicare Rules For AUC CDS heatlhcare administrative partners

New information has been provided by The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) that will supplement our article An Update for Radiologists on Appropriate Use Criteria and Clinical Decision Support.  We can now update you from the recent release of the “Proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) for 2018” and the “Proposed Rule for Quality Payment Program Year 2.”


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New Information on the Medicare Rules for Appropriate Use Criteria and Clinical Decision Support

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New Information On The Medicare Rules For AUC CDS heatlhcare administrative partners

New information has been provided by The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) that will supplement our article An Update for Radiologists on Appropriate Use Criteria and Clinical Decision Support.  We can now update you from the recent release of the “Proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) for 2018” and the “Proposed Rule for Quality Payment Program Year 2.”


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New Information on the Medicare Rules for Appropriate Use Criteria and Clinical Decision Support

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New Information On The Medicare Rules For AUC CDS heatlhcare administrative partners

New information has been provided by The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) that will supplement our article An Update for Radiologists on Appropriate Use Criteria and Clinical Decision Support.  We can now update you from the recent release of the “Proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) for 2018” and the “Proposed Rule for Quality Payment Program Year 2.”


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New Information on the Medicare Rules for Appropriate Use Criteria and Clinical Decision Support

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New Information On The Medicare Rules For AUC CDS heatlhcare administrative partners

New information has been provided by The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) that will supplement our article An Update for Radiologists on Appropriate Use Criteria and Clinical Decision Support.  We can now update you from the recent release of the “Proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) for 2018” and the “Proposed Rule for Quality Payment Program Year 2.”


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New Information on the Medicare Rules for Appropriate Use Criteria and Clinical Decision Support

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New Information On The Medicare Rules For AUC CDS heatlhcare administrative partners

New information has been provided by The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) that will supplement our article An Update for Radiologists on Appropriate Use Criteria and Clinical Decision Support.  We can now update you from the recent release of the “Proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) for 2018” and the “Proposed Rule for Quality Payment Program Year 2.”


Radiology Billing and Coding Blog

New Information on the Medicare Rules for Appropriate Use Criteria and Clinical Decision Support

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New Information On The Medicare Rules For AUC CDS heatlhcare administrative partners

New information has been provided by The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) that will supplement our article An Update for Radiologists on Appropriate Use Criteria and Clinical Decision Support.  We can now update you from the recent release of the “Proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) for 2018” and the “Proposed Rule for Quality Payment Program Year 2.”


Radiology Billing and Coding Blog