Otolaryngology Coding Alert

Procedure Focus:

Get Clear on When You Can Include E/M and Modifier 25 on Scope Claims

Tip: Look to the AAO-HNS for some helpful guidance. Diagnostic scopes can be some of the most common procedures an otolaryngologist performs, but do you have solid knowledge of when it’s correct to report an E/M code and modifier 25 with the scope?  “The proper use of modifier 25 continually becomes of increasing importance as the definitions and bundling changes [...]
You’ve reached your limit of free articles. Already a subscriber? Log in.
Not a subscriber? Subscribe today to continue reading this article. Plus, you’ll get:
  • Simple explanations of current healthcare regulations and payer programs
  • Real-world reporting scenarios solved by our expert coders
  • Industry news, such as MAC and RAC activities, the OIG Work Plan, and CERT reports
  • Instant access to every article ever published in Revenue Cycle Insider
  • 6 annual AAPC-approved CEUs
  • The latest updates for CPT®, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS Level II, NCCI edits, modifiers, compliance, technology, practice management, and more


Other Articles in this issue of

Otolaryngology Coding Alert

View All

Which Codify by AAPC tool is right for you?

Call 844-334-2816 to speak with a Codify by AAPC specialist now.