tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2005 Issue 6

READER QUESTIONS: Ensure Equivalent X-Ray Report

Question: When the emergency department doctor performs an x-ray interpretation, do we need a separate procedure note in order to bill for the interpretation? Is it OK for the physician to mark the "interpreted by me" box on the T-sheet?Ohio Subscriber Answer: No, you don't need a separate sheet of paper designating that the emergency department physician interpreted the report - the T-sheet format satisfies the requirements when properly used.Make sure, though, that the doctor has documented a complete written interpretation, identical to what the radiologist would have done, including the study performed, number of views, comparisons...

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