EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT E/M CODING CHANGES

• Number and complexity of problems addressed,
• Amount and complexity of data reviewed and analyzed,
• Risk of complications, morbidity, or mortality of patient management.

It is important to learn the general MDM guidelines, which include definitions and directions to guide you in using the levels of MDM table.

Code 99281 is now described as a service that may not require a physician or other qualified health care professional, similar to code 99211 for E/M services provided to an established patient in an office or other outpatient setting.

Editor’s note: For information on the 2023 hospital and nursing home E/M visit coding changes, see the January/February issue of FPM.

ASSISTED LIVING AND HOME VISIT E/M CODING CHANGES

DIAGNOSIS CODES FOR DIFFICULTY WITH DAILY ACTIVITIES