linton@bresnan.net
Contributor
I would like some input on counting MDM Data in the medical office setting as my co-workers have differing interpretations. We have some lab tests performed in the office, such as finger sticks, urine dips, quick strep, etc that is billed with it's own CPT code along with the E/M. Does a person count these lab orders part of the data towards the E/M level or since it's being billed by the provider would this be considered double dipping? Thank you for any help.