Face-to-face contact key factor in new patient visit

Article Overview

This article is for ObGyn coders, billers, and practice staff who need a clear understanding of how patient status is determined for office and outpatient services. It focuses on the factors that affect new-versus-established patient classification, including prior encounters, solo versus group practice considerations, cross-coverage arrangements, and situations where the distinction does not apply. The guidance is intended to help readers evaluate whether the article is relevant to their billing workflow without exposing the full coding discussion.