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Semin intervent Radiol 2006; 23(4): 305-310
DOI: 10.1055/s-2006-957017
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Coding Issues for Interventional Radiology: Get Paid for What You Do!

H. Bob Smouse1 , Richard Duszak2  Jr. , James L. Swischuk1
  • 1Department of Radiology, University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria, Illinois
  • 2Department of Mid-South Imaging and Therapeutics, Memphis, Tennessee
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29 December 2006 (online)

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ABSTRACT

As interventional radiology continues to evolve into a true clinical practice, more time will be spent on the clinical decision process; this time is reimbursable in the form of evaluation and management (E&M) services. Once assumed to be an inherent part of the procedure itself, we know many procedures now do not include follow-up E&M components. Unfortunately, E&M coding is somewhat complex and requires rigorous documentation. Below is a discussion of the fundamentals of E&M services, general principles of documentation, and the mechanics of coverage and reimbursement.

KEYWORDS

Coding - interventional procedures - evaluation and management - E&M

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