E/M Coding Alert - 2005 Issue 11
READER QUESTIONS: Try E-Charts for Quicker Coding
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Article Overview
This short reader-question article discusses emergency department billing workflow and the factors that can delay coding after a patient encounter. It is relevant to coders, billing staff, and practice managers who want to understand general turnaround expectations and how electronic charts, scanning, and chart transfer methods relate to claim preparation.
Why This Topic Matters
Timely coding and claim submission can depend on how records are created, routed, and completed. The article is useful for organizations looking at workflow efficiency in an emergency department setting.
What You Will Learn
- What factors can affect the time between an ED encounter and coding completion
- How electronic charting and record transfer can influence billing workflow
- Why chart turnaround processes matter for timely claim submission in emergency department settings
- What general timing expectation is discussed for completing coding after the date of service
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Emergency department revenue cycle teams
- Practice managers
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