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Ace ECG With Preventive Services Reporting With These 2 Scenarios

Published on Wed Jul 08, 2015

Hint: Identify level of ECG service performed to nail the right code. When your FP performs an Initial Preventive Physical Examination (IPPE), also known as a “Welcome to Medicare” visit, or an Annual Wellness Visit (AWV) for a Medicare patient, you have to zone in on other services performed along with these preventive services to avoid loss of deserved reimbursement. [...]
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