tci Part B Insider - 2009 Issue 31

PART B CODING COACH: Don't Let Age-Related Macular Degeneration Reimbursement Fade Away

Focus on 3 key areas to keep your claims on track. Nearly 2 million Americans have age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and more than 7 million are at risk. Are you getting the best reimbursement for all AMD related services? Watch these three areas to ensure you file correctly for this growing area of eye care. 1. Combine Services for Diagnosis When your physician suspects AMD, he'll complete several tests to confirm the diagnosis. Some are as simple as a dilated eye exam, visual acuity test, or fundoscopy. He might also complete a fluorescein angiography if he suspects a patient...

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