decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2020 Issue 12 (December)
2021 E/M changes: How to report shared office visits using the 2021 E/M guidelines
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Article Overview
This premium article explains a 2021 evaluation and management coding scenario involving shared office visit services and the use of total time for code selection. It is aimed at coders, billers, and clinicians working with office and other outpatient E/M reporting under the revised 2021 guidelines. The article covers the types of activities that may count toward time and illustrates how those principles relate to new and established patient office visit coding.
Why This Topic Matters
The 2021 E/M changes affected how office and outpatient visits are documented and reported, especially when more than one provider contributes to the encounter. Understanding the time-based framework is important for selecting the appropriate visit level and aligning documentation with CPT guidance.
What You Will Learn
- How 2021 E/M guidance applies to shared office visit scenarios
- What types of work may be included in total visit time
- How time-based selection relates to office and outpatient E/M reporting
- How the guidance is discussed for new and established patient visits
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing professionals
- Physicians
- Non-physician practitioners
- Practice managers
Codes Discussed
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