
E/M Calculator - Codify by AAPC
Use the E/M Calculator from the experts at Codify. Check CMS Documentation Guidelines, Time-Based Coding, and get on the fast track to E/M level accuracy.
2025 Brings New Telemedicine Codes - AAPC Knowledge Center
Jun 2, 2025 · The new telemedicine codes specify the required level of MDM, which ranges from straightforward complexity to high complexity. The AMA has established additional guidelines …
The new telemedicine service codes describe real-time, interactive encounters between the physician or other qualified health care professional (QHP) and the patient.
The Role of Medical Coders in Compliance - AAPC
Aug 1, 2025 · Recognize red flags in medical coding and billing practices. Medical coders are the gatekeepers of accuracy and integrity in healthcare billing. While Recognize red flags in …
Uphold Your ED E/M Levels With a Plan - AAPC
Aug 2, 2021 · Make sure your facility’s ED billing guidelines meet criteria outlined in CMS’ OPPS. Those of you who work in the emergency department (ED) know that there is a lot of …
E/M coding for outpatient services - AAPC
Select the appropriate E/M service level based on medical necessity and the documentation of the key components of history, exam, and medical decision making.
For the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) 2023 code set, the E/M consultation subsection guidelines and code descriptors were significantly revised as part of the continuous effort to …
Coding Inpatient and Observation Visits in 2023 - AAPC
Jan 3, 2023 · The course of work over that date of service is going to be included to report one level of service, one E/M per group, per specialty.” Based on this example, only the admission …
Billing Prolonged Services in 2024 - AAPC Knowledge Center
Mar 1, 2024 · Billing Medicare for Prolonged Services The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) created a HCPCS Level II code for prolonged office or other outpatient E/M …
Evaluation and Management Coding, E/M Codes - AAPC
E/M coding standards and guidelines are based on the Current Procedural Terminology codes and used to document the type and severity of patient conditions.