Chiropractic Manipulation (Q&A) (February 1997)

February 1997 page 10e Coding Consultation Chiropractic Manipulation (Q&A) Question Can my doctor report an office visit when he performs chiropractic manipulative treatment? AMA Comment From a coding perspective, the chiropractic manipulative treatment codes include a pre-manipulation patient assessment. Additional E/M services may be reported separately using the modifier -25 if and only if the patient's condition requires a significant separately identifiable E/M service above and beyond the usual preservice and postservice work associated with the procedure and the key components of the level of E/M service are met. Chiropractic Manipulation (Q&A). CPT® Assistant. 1997; February 1997...

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This premium coding consultation article addresses a chiropractic manipulation question from CPT® Assistant and discusses the general documentation and reporting context for chiropractic manipulative treatment and related evaluation and management services. It is intended for coders, billers, compliance staff, and clinicians who need to understand the article’s scope before reviewing the full guidance.

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    Introduces the coding question and the AMA’s response in a consultation format.

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    Presents the billing scenario involving chiropractic manipulative treatment and an office visit.

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    Summarizes the AMA’s general coding discussion for chiropractic manipulative treatment and related evaluation and management reporting.

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