Getting paid for ‘extras'

Why This Topic Matters

Understanding when extras may be separately reported can help pediatric practices avoid unnecessary write-offs and recognize payable services in non-routine situations.

Article Sections

1. Introduction

   An overview of why pediatric practices may overlook services that can sometimes be separately reported.

2. Pre-surgical clearance

   A discussion of referral-style encounters related to surgical evaluation and communication with another physician.

3. School nurse request

   A discussion of school-related requests for pediatric evaluation and follow-up communication.

4. After hours

   General information about service categories associated with care provided outside standard office timing or under special scheduling conditions.

5. Physician standby

   A discussion of standby situations and documentation considerations in a neonatal context.

6. Counseling and risk factor reduction

   A discussion of scheduled counseling visits and preventive or risk-factor-focused encounters.