E/M Coding Alert - 2016 Issue 12
Reader Question: Know Who Will Provide Moderate Sedation in 2017
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Article Overview
This article addresses a subscriber question about the 2017 CPT update affecting moderate sedation reporting. It explains the topic at a high level, points readers to the relevant CPT code family, and notes that scope-of-practice policies may vary by state, professional society, and organization. The piece is useful for coding staff, billing teams, and clinicians who need to understand the general reporting context without relying on a premium article’s full details.
Why This Topic Matters
The 2017 CPT changes altered how moderate sedation is reported, so coders and practices need to know whether the article is about the revised reporting model, the involved CPT code range, and policy considerations that may affect compliance.
What You Will Learn
- The general context of the 2017 CPT moderate sedation reporting update
- How the article frames the relationship between the performing provider and sedation service
- Why external scope-of-practice policies may need to be checked alongside coding guidance
- Which CPT code family is discussed in the reader question
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Compliance professionals
- Physicians and other qualified health care professionals
- Practice managers
Codes Discussed
Code Ranges Discussed
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