You Be the Coder:
Solve This Age-Old Osteoporosis Case
Published on Fri Feb 16, 2024
Question: My podiatrist’s notes indicate that they performed an office evaluation and management (E/M) service for an established 82-year-old patient that lasted 29 minutes. The provider performed moderate medical decision making (MDM). Final diagnosis was “osteoporosis, R ankle, w/ path fracture.” What is the correct coding for this encounter? Answer: You should report 99214 (Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation [...]