-
If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ & read the forum rules. To view all forums, post or create a new thread, you must be an AAPC Member. If you are a member and have already registered for member area and forum access, you can log in by clicking here. If you've forgotten your username or password use our password reminder tool. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below..
Wiki 99284
- Thread starter sheresaf
- Start date
mitchellde
True Blue
No ER visits are not timed based, there is no way to augment an ER visit, you may not upcode either. As a wise person once said, it is what it is.
lhallstrom
Guru
Unfortunately, time is not a component of Emergency Department E/M codes, therefore, no extended or prolonged care can be reported. Emergency Dept. codes are based on documentation of the 3 key components and nature of the presenting problem. The only time would be a factor for ED E/M coding would be if Critical Care services were provided.