tci E/M Coding Alert - 2023 Issue Q1

Specialty Focus: Rely On These 3 Tips for These Podiatry Realities

Remember: Medicare reimburses for some routine foot care services. What may be routine foot care for most is another story for diabetics — even the slightest complication can have serious ramifications. That’s why Medicare pays for routine foot care for patients with peripheral neuropathy and loss of protective sensation (LOPS) from diabetes and utilizes codes specifically for providers giving routine foot care for these patients. Ensure you’re getting maximum reimbursement for routine foot care for diabetic neuropathy by following these guidelines. 1. Nail Down Correct Codes for Office Visits Diabetics often develop nerve damage, or neuropathy, in...

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