Wiki 99211 billing

[Christal]

We had a patient come in for allergy testing. The patient did not hold medications for the testing, that she was notified to hold. The nurse counseled the patient on which medications to hold and gave written instructions as well. Can a nurse visit be charged for the counseling on medications to hold?

 

[lcolborn]

Our nurses give education and instruction on self administered injection and they bill for a 99211.

 

[Christal]

Our nurses give education and instruction on self administered injection and they bill for a 99211.

Is there a certain DX code you use for education/counseling?

 

[lcolborn]

Z71 or Z71.8 whichever is appropriate plus their main diagnosis .

 

[Christal]

Z71 or Z71.8 whichever is appropriate plus their main diagnosis .

Thank you for your help