decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2009 Issue 6 (June)
ICD programming evaluation
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Article Overview
This article explains how to review documentation for an implanted device programming evaluation and determine the appropriate CPT monitoring category for an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator. It is aimed at coders, auditors, and clinical staff who document or review device follow-up services, and it emphasizes the documentation elements used to distinguish among device type, lead count, and programming activity.
Why This Topic Matters
Device follow-up services depend on precise documentation, and this article helps readers understand the broad documentation elements that support correct reporting of implanted device programming evaluations.
What You Will Learn
- How to review documentation for an implanted device programming evaluation
- What broad documentation elements are used to distinguish device follow-up services
- How device type and lead count factor into service selection
- What general documentation features indicate active device interaction during evaluation
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Compliance staff
- Cardiology practice staff
- Clinical documentation staff
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