decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2008 Issue 2 (February)
Counseling defined
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Article Overview
This article provides a brief overview of counseling as it is discussed for E/M coding, with emphasis on the type of conversation included under the term and a Medicare-related consideration about patient presence. It is relevant to coders, billers, and clinicians who need a quick refresher on documentation concepts tied to evaluation and management services.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding how counseling is defined helps support more accurate E/M documentation review and coding. The article also flags a payer-specific consideration that may affect how a family discussion is handled.
What You Will Learn
- How counseling is characterized in the context of E/M coding
- What kinds of topics may fall under counseling discussions
- A payer-related consideration involving patient presence during family discussions
- Why this concept matters for documentation review
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Physicians and other clinicians
- Compliance staff
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