Which of Following Questions Should Be Asked and Answered Yes

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of following questions should be asked and answered yes before coding as a consultation?

• A) Does the documentation of the service clearly demonstrate who made the request and the nature of the opinion requested?
• B) Has the provider provided a written report of his or her opinion/advice to the referring physician?
• C) Although the referring physician may have asked for a "consultation," should the E/M service truly be reported as a consultation?
• D) all of the above.

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Definitions:

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