Pulmonology Coding Alert

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Prepare Foolproof Documentation for Getting Paid for Referrals

Question: A patient was visiting a primary care physician (PCP) for a persistent cough. The physician referred him to our office after failure of treatment options. Is this a new patient visit or a consultation? Nevada Subscriber Answer: It is not a straightforward decision. If the case passes the following criteria then you can safely code it as a consultation:  1. The [...]
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