High level E/M code use on the rise, and denial rates continue to fall

Why This Topic Matters

Shifts in evaluation and management coding can affect reimbursement, documentation expectations, and audit exposure. Understanding the trend data helps practices evaluate whether their coding patterns are aligned with medical record support and payer oversight.

Article Sections

1. Coding trends and compliance commentary

   This section discusses changes in evaluation and management coding patterns over time and includes commentary on documentation, billing practices, and audit awareness.

2. E/M code use and denial rates

   This section presents summary data comparing claims volume and denial-related trends across several categories of office and hospital evaluation and management services.