tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2004 Issue 1

3 Tips to Hard-Earned Ultrasound Cash

Billing when the odds are against you Many emergency department physicians and coders don't charge for ultrasounds - particularly those performed for thoracoabdominal trauma, one of the most common procedures in the ED. Often, this is because they receive pressure from payers to allow the radiology department to monopolize billing for such services. But don't be intimidated into assuming radiologists should receive all the reimbursement for the service - claim your deserved share with these expert tips. Don't Back Down While you may get denials from insurers prejudiced against ultrasounds performed in less traditional settings (such as the ED)...

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