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Ace Tobacco Cessation Coding Using These 3 Case Studies

Published on Wed Mar 18, 2015

Decipher the math involved in counting covered sessions. A variety of factors influence how you report smoking and tobacco use counseling sessions, including time, setting, and payer. Take a look at these three case studies provided by readers to ensure your cessation counseling coding is on the right track. Code the Counseling/Problem Visit Combo Scenario 1: An established patient comes in [...]
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