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CODING: Good News--You Can Bill A Distinct E/M Visit Separately With This Bladder-Scan Code
Don't miss reimbursement opportunities with 51798.Do you know the score about bladder-scan code 51798? Here are three common misconceptions that could be costing you money.Myth #1: You should bill an ultrasound code if the doctor used an ultrasound device to perform the bladder scan.Reality: If the purpose of the scan was to measure post-voiding residual urine, you should always bill 51798. Generally, you'll use this code when the urologist positions a portable ultrasound scanner over the suprapubic area to measure the residual urine. Most of these scanners actually print out a tape, which should remain part...
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