The E/M service meets the criteria of a level 4 established patient (99214). Because the E/M work of the office visit is above and beyond that included in the procedure, the visit is considered separately reportable. Again, the same diagnosis can be used for both the office visit and th...
Example 1 (Using modifier 25): A patient visits the cardiologist for an appointment, complaining of occasional chest discomfort during exercise. The patient has a history of hypertension and high cholesterol. After the physician completes an office visit it is determined that the patient needs a ca...
• Using modifier 25 on the office visit E/M level of service code when on the same day a minor procedure (e.g., an endometrial biopsy) was performed, when the patient’s trip to the office was strictly for the minor procedure (e.g., biopsy). 9. Where should Modifier 25 be plac...
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