tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2010 Issue 7

Reader Questions: Be Confident in Coding for Teaching Physicians

Question: A resident in the ED sees a new patient complaining of heartburn. The resident conducts an expanded problem-focused history and exam and prescribes some antacids. All of this is documented in the resident's progress note. The ED physician, who is working as a "teaching physician," also evaluates the patient, and writes a brief note stating that he examined the patient and was involved in the key or critical aspects of the patient's care. How should I report this encounter?Minnesota SubscriberAnswer: On the claim, you should report 99282 (Emergency Department visit for the evaluation and management of...

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