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California medicaid (medi-cal) progress note — start / end time

Good morning,

Does anyone know where exactly that I could find any literature on clinical documentation requirements (verbatim) regarding the "start and end" time for Mental Health services (Individual / Family) rendered to a Medi-Cal (California Medicaid) Beneficiary?

Thank you in advance.

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When time spent counseling is the driving factor for E/M and a procedure is done

I’m hoping someone can advise me on this dilemma
I have a provider who will use time spent counseling as the driving factor for E/M.
Example
Pt her for f/u DM,HTN,Hyperlipidemia etc, ROS HPI PFSH and Exam are comprehensive to detailed ,med changes made counseled on diet ….
However sometimes the patient will request a joint injection or lesion removal during the appt and the procedure is done during the visit
he documents 30 minute appointment with >than 50% face to face etc-99214
adding 20610-50 for bilateral knee injections
Am I wrong in thinking that in that 30 minutes the knees were injected as well ?
I’d like to address this with him ,however I know that this will not be received well so I’m hoping someone can confirm or not whether I’m right or wrong
and if there is any information I can use to support changing
Thany you in advance
Cheri

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Looking for full time employment CPC-A, CCS resume attched

I am seeking full time employment for a medical coding position. I am open to working on location or remote. I have both my CPC-A and CCS credentials.

I Have completed an intensive medical coding program through The Andrews School and subsequently obtained my CPC-A and CCS. I am formally trained in ICD-10-CM/PCS, HCPCS/CPT, inpatient/outpatient. I have also completed coursework in pharmacology, physiology, anatomy, and insurance billing procedures. christievanceresume.pdf

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93306 – echocardiography, transthoracic, real time with image documentation 2D

We have patients getting an echo to check and see if they are good candidates to receive chemotherapy. The echo is charged and, if the patient qualifies, they go back into the hospital on a different visit for the chemo which is charged separately. I’m trying to figure out what diagnosis would be best to put on the order for the echo. Any ideas would be appreciated. I have looked at:

Z01.810 – Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Z01.818 – Encounter for other preprocedural examination

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Now hiring full time coding specialist position VISALIA CA

Kaweah Delta Health Care District

Visalia ca

Onsite, but transition to remote is available once quality and proficiency benchmarks are able to be demonstrated consistently.

Apply online HIM positions are listed under "Clerical"

https://www.healthcaresource.com/kdh…categories.cfm

Open position is listed under HIM Coding Specialist I, but more experienced coders, including inpatient are welcome to apply, there is a range up to Coding Specialist III based on experience.

HIM Coding Specialist I

POSITION SUMMARY/PURPOSE
Responsible for translating healthcare providers’ diagnostic and procedural statements into coded form. Coding staff do this by reviewing and analyzing health records to identify relevant diagnoses and procedures for distinct patient encounters. The coding function is the primary source for data and information used in health care, and promotes provider/patient continuity, accurate database information, and the ability to optimize reimbursement. The coding function also ensures compliance with established coding guidelines, third party reimbursement policies, and regulations.

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Looking for a full time job In the CPC field.

Elena Balthazor
5490 Suffolk Ave.
Castle Rock, CO 80104
(575) 680-5431
[email protected]

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Certified Medical Coding Specialist that has full understanding of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding procedures. Excellent data entry skills that allows for accurate coding of medical information and provided care.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

➢ Excellent multi-tasking skills ➢ Bachelors Degree in Business Administration
➢ Experience with fast-paced medical care environments. ➢ Excellent data entry Skills
➢ Strong understanding of ICD-10-CM and CPT requirements and procedures. ➢ CPC certified with 1 year and 4 months of experience.

EXPERIENCE/ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Patient Registrar, Parallon April 2018 – Current
• Collecting patient data and performing various administrative duties throughout the healthcare field.
• Process next day orders and input medical codes for Medicare patients under medical necessity.
• Enter payment and insurance information, while keeping accurate record of patient interactions.
• Reception and clerical duties while working with other medical staff, doctors, nurses etc.

Personal Banker, Wells Fargo Bank September 2015 – October 2017
• Resolved difficult customer situations effectively while delivering friendly customer service and ensuring the highest level of customer satisfaction.
• Sold retail banking products and services to customers and prospects. Managed customer portfolios, services relationships and cross-sells all products and services.
• Provided broad base of financial and credit services with the goals of acquiring 100% of the customers’ business. Developed and maintained relationships with Wells Fargo partners to maximize sales opportunities and achieve minimum sales standards
• Demonstrated exceptional customer service and lauded by branch leadership. Received “Banker of the Month” 10 out of 12 months in the year 2016.

Academic Support Staff, New Mexico State University (Intern) January 2015-May 2015
• Demonstrated ability to reply questions regarding student needs while maintaining excellent standards of customer service.
• Maintained office supply inventory by ensuring adequate stock level and replenished essential office needs.
• Received payments for student books and documented sales.
• Ensured meetings were effectively organized and maintained records for administration.

Seasonal Supervisor, Meerschiedt Recreation Center May 2014 – July 2014
• Advised and understood sports transactions and reports.
• Analyzed financial data to cover the needs of the customer.
• Provided administrative support by handling incoming mail and e-mail inquiries.

EDUCATION AND VOLUNTEER

American Academy of Professional Coders
• Completed Certificate CPC Program
• Completed Practicode CPC-A (Equivalent 1 year experience)

New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM
• Bachelors Degree, December 2015
o GPA: 3.4
o Credits Earned: 128
o Major: Business Administration (General Business)
o Received Academic All-Conference Award as a student athlete for years 2012 – 2015.

St. Francis Medical Center, Colorado Springs, CO
• Clerical Volunteer, March 2016 – July 2016
o 4 months
o Organized/maintained patient medical records
o Answered telephones, and retrieved medical information from external and internal sources.

CERTIFICATIONS
American Academy of Professional Coders
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC), August 2017
o Member ID: 01574268

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Election Time is Here!

October is the month when local chapters elect new leaders. Ensure your chapter runs a fair elections process by following these procedures: Form an Elections Committee The vice president chairs the committee. Two other members of the chapter should serve on the committee.  Prepare Ballots Speak with all candidates in advance of the meeting. Occasionally […]
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TIME factor minimum requuirements

If more than 50% of a visit involves counseling and coordination of care, is 40 minutes spent with patient a 99215?. (assuming details about what the counseling consists of are clearly documented and the total time with over 50% counseling /coordination of care is documented.)
How about 25 total time correctly documented, would that be a level 4?
this regards established patients
Thank you

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