Healthcare News: AMA issues checklist for transitioning to 2021 E/M coding, documentation guidelines

January 14th, 2020

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Article Overview

This news article covers the American Medical Association’s guidance for practices preparing for the 2021 evaluation and management documentation and coding updates. It explains the broad areas addressed by the AMA checklist, including staff education, protocol updates, compliance planning, EHR readiness, financial planning, and related administrative considerations for office and outpatient services. The piece is aimed at physicians, coding staff, practice managers, and compliance personnel who need a high-level overview of the transition.

Why This Topic Matters

The article helps healthcare organizations understand the scope of the upcoming E/M changes and the operational planning needed to adapt. It is relevant for teams responsible for coding, documentation, compliance, revenue cycle management, and practice workflow.

Article Sections

  1. Overview of the 2021 E/M transition

    Introduces the AMA’s checklist and the broader transition to updated office and outpatient E/M guidance. Summarizes the main categories of change addressed in the article.

  2. Practice preparation checklist

    Describes the operational steps practices are encouraged to take in preparation for the guideline update. Covers staff coordination, protocol review, coding support, compliance, and technology readiness.

  3. Additional considerations

    Reviews broader administrative and risk-management issues tied to the transition. Includes financial planning and documentation-related considerations for practices and payers.

What You Will Learn

  • What the AMA’s transition checklist is intended to support
  • Which operational areas practices should review before the 2021 E/M changes
  • What types of administrative and compliance considerations are associated with the update
  • How the article frames the preparation needs of physician practices and coding teams

Who Should Read This

  • Physicians
  • Coding staff
  • Practice managers
  • Compliance personnel
  • Clinical administrators

Codes Discussed

  • CPT: 99201

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