tci Part B Insider - 2005 Issue 36

FECAL OCCULT BLOOD TESTS: Cut Out 3 Common FOBT Coding Errors--And Avoid Denials

Don't mix up screening and diagnostic FOBTsAre you falling for the number one FOBT coding pitfall?  Many coders miss out on reimbursement for FOBTs because they don't realize that you can bill for an evaluation and management visit separately from an FOBT. Understanding the following three rules will make your life much easier. 1. Know the date of service: Many coders become confused about the date of service for FOBT codes, says Donna Beaulieu, consultant with Quality Physician Services in Stockbridge, GA. Medicare wants you to bill for FOBTs on the day you receive the results, not the...

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