Understanding Independent Interpretation in E/M Coding: Three Essential Requirements

Compliance, Evaluation & Management: 2021 & Beyond, News & Events, Payer Rules, Practice Management, Procedural Coding & Auditing, Revenue Cycle ManagementLeave a comment

Understanding Independent Interpretation in E/M Coding: Three Essential Requirements Shannon O. DeConda, CPC, CPMA, CEMA, CPA-EDU October 4, 2024 In the realm of Evaluation and Management (E/M) coding, independent interpretation is an often misunderstood component of the Medical Decision Making (MDM) table. Proper documentation of independent interpretation is required to impact the MDM and, consequently,…

Here’s Your Sign…

Compliance, Evaluation & Management: 2021 & Beyond, News & Events, Payer Rules, Practice Management, Procedural Coding & Auditing, Revenue Cycle ManagementLeave a comment

Here’s Your Sign… Shannon O. DeConda, CPC, CPMA, CEMA, CPA-EDU August 30, 2024 I recently visited a new provider’s office and noticed two prominent signs posted everywhere—one about a $100 no-show fee and another offering B-12 shots for cash. Surprisingly, the compliance issue isn’t with the no-show fee but with the B-12 cash service. Let’s…