tci Part B Insider - 2017 Issue 3

Part B Coding Coach: Know These Handy Add-Ons to Master Prolonged Services Coding

Time factors greatly in the new prolonged services options.  Reporting prolonged service codes can help you maximize your reimbursement for longer than usual E/M visits, but Part B practices need to keep a close eye on the clock to ensure they’re in compliance. Take a look at these reporting options that offer greater clarification.  For prolonged services with direct patient contact, you will choose from the +99354 (Prolonged evaluation and management or psychotherapy service[s] [beyond the typical service time of the primary procedure] in the office or other outpatient setting requiring direct patient contact beyond the...

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