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tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2007 Issue 8
Is Your Coding Leaving Critical Care Dollars on the Table?
Expert reveals the audit technique that leads you to the extra cash
Heads up, ED coders. When you see certain phrases in a physician's notes, chances are you could be billing for critical care rather than settling for the lower reimbursement of standard ED E/M codes.-We do so much more critical care in the ED than what we bill for. It's unbelievable,- Caral Edelberg, CPC, CCS-P, CHC, told attendees at the recent American Academy of Professional Coders conference in Seattle. To collect critical care dollars -- and stay compliant -- physicians and coders must work closely together...
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