tci Part B Insider - 2014 Issue 31

Frequently Asked Questions: 5 Ways to Perfect Your Cold and Flu Claims

Hint: E/M codes and vaccines may not always go hand-in-hand. The cold weather is looming, which means you’re likely to see an uptick in the number of patients presenting with colds or the flu, as well as other autumn maladies. Read on to ensure that you can answer these common coding questions to ensure that you don’t lose any reimbursement in the coming months. Know When E/M Is Billable With Vaccine Question 1: I have been reporting flu vaccines along with E/M codes, but some insurance companies have been denying them even if I append modifier 25...

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