NPP Coding: Get Physician's Face Time On Record to Ensure Shared Coding Success

Why This Topic Matters

Split/shared visit billing can change reimbursement levels for common emergency department E/M services, so understanding the documentation and payer requirements can affect compliance and revenue integrity.

Article Sections

1. What Are Split/Shared Visits?

   Introduces the concept of split/shared visits in the emergency department and discusses which types of services are generally included. It also addresses payer context and the broader billing environment.

2. What Type of Encounter Qualifies for Shared Visit Billing?

   Reviews the documentation and physician participation elements discussed in the article for a visit to be treated as shared. It also notes the role of supervision and state law considerations.

3. How About a Shared Visit Example?

   Presents an emergency department example used to illustrate the shared visit discussion and the way the article ties together documentation, diagnosis reporting, and billing under the physician's record.