tci Part B Insider - 2021 Issue Q4

Part B Coding Coach: Boost Nasal Hemorrhage Coding With These 5 Tips

Reminder: Patient’s health status determines the code. Since CPT® contains five nasal hemorrhage-control codes, it can be daunting to determine which code is the correct one to use. However, if you understand simple versus complex, initial versus subsequent, and when to code endoscopic hemorrhage control, you’ll be on the path to swifter payment. Check out these five quick tips to put you on the path to accurate nosebleed control coding. 1. File 30901-30903 for Frontal Bleeding In many cases, the physician will use cautery and/or packing to control anterior bleeding. In these cases, you should report 30901...

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