tci Part B Insider - 2010 Issue 19

Reader Questions: Interpretation Does Not Equal Established Patient

Question:Our doctor performed the interpretation and report of a patient's ECG for another doctor, but she never met with the patient. Now this same patient has been referred to our office for treatment. Would I code this encounter as a new or established patient visit?Answer: If your physician has reported an interpretation and report for a patient in the past -- for instance, 93010 (Electrocardiogram,routine ECG with at least 12 leads; interpretation and report only) -- this does not disqualify you from reporting a new patient code if the internist later sees the patient. "An interpretation of...

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