Wiki EKG Documentation Requirements

[hgolfos]

When billing for EKG interpretation, are there any guidelines which state that the interp cannot be written/documented on the tracing sheet? In other words, does the interpretation have to be on a separate document? If you have clear guidelines from a source, please share the source.

Thanks so much!

 

[xXxPARAGONxXx]

When billing for EKG interpretation, are there any guidelines which state that the interp cannot be written/documented on the tracing sheet? In other words, does the interpretation have to be on a separate document? If you have clear guidelines from a source, please share the source.

Thanks so much!

https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/article.aspx?articleId=57326

Each payable interpretation must include a complete, written report similar to one that is prepared by a specialist in the field. The content of the written report must address the relevant clinical issues, available comparative data, and test findings. The format of the report must be separately identifiable. It may be included under a separate heading within the clinical record or written on the ECG tracing itself, with a reference in the clinical record.

 

[hgolfos]

This is PERFECT! Thank you!