tci General Surgery Coding Alert - 2006 Issue 1

Rest Home Coding Is Easier Than You Think

Lack of medical component identifies place-of-service 33You may be tempted to report either nursing home or at-home service codes for rest home patients, but this can get you into hot water. There is a better way: Access CPT's dedicated rest home codes. For 2006, CPT revises its guidelines for services the physician provides to domiciliary, rest home or custodial care patients. You should find the revisions to your liking because the new guidelines closely mimic those you regularly apply for office or other outpatient visits. Watch Your Place of Service Before you submit rest home codes, you have to...

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