CMS transmittal on the new consult rules

CMS released the transmittal on the new consult rules. You can download it at:

http://www.cms.hhs.gov/transmittals/downloads/R1875CP.pdf

I'll update the article in Codapedia tonight with the highlights.

Wow!!!

This document is a must-read for any coders who handle hospital care. Lots of examples, lots of clarification on Observation. Take the time and read it and save it.

Transmittal

[CMS released the transmittal on the new consult rules. You can download it at:

http://www.cms.hhs.gov/transmittals/downloads/R1875CP.pdf

I'll update the article in Codapedia tonight with the highlights.
]

They definitely sneaked a lot of other E/M guidelines in this one besides consults!!!!!!!