maudys
Networker
I already know what the coding guidelines for HTN vs elevated blood pressure reading are.
My question has to do with criteria for the physician assigning adx of HTN. In a seminar that I went to, it was stated that a patient has to have at least 3 seperately identifiable elevated blood pressure readings in order to document HTN. Has any one else heard this? I know that certain insurance companies specifically watch for this.
Thanks!
My question has to do with criteria for the physician assigning adx of HTN. In a seminar that I went to, it was stated that a patient has to have at least 3 seperately identifiable elevated blood pressure readings in order to document HTN. Has any one else heard this? I know that certain insurance companies specifically watch for this.
Thanks!