tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2017 Issue 5

Reader Question: Can You Send Chart Back Asking for Missing Critical Care Time?

Question: I have a question about critical care documentation. What is the general consensus regarding adding critical care minutes in an addendum due to coder review? Is there an industry norm for the time frame for adding critical care minutes after the date of service? Is this a commonly acceptable practice? Could you provide any references regarding this specific topic both pro and con? Thank you in advance for your time. Massachusetts Subscriber Answer: Groups vary based on their own compliance plan and coding policies with regard to the practice of a coder to sending a chart back that...

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