Reader Questions: Do This When Telehealth Turns Office Visit

Why This Topic Matters

It helps readers understand how to evaluate whether multiple encounters should be treated separately or combined for reporting purposes, which is important for accurate E/M coding and avoiding duplicate reporting.

Article Sections

1. Question

   A coding scenario is presented involving a telehealth encounter followed by an office visit for further evaluation.

2. Answer

   The response discusses the general relationship between communication-based services, online digital E/M services, and subsequent related visits.

3. Action

   The article summarizes how the described work should be considered in relation to the office visit and addresses duplicate reporting and modifier use at a high level.