Coding And Payment Guide For Behavioral Health Sciences 2001

Author : Chester W. Schmidt
Publisher : American Psychiatric Publishing
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 164 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book CPT Handbook for Psychiatrists written by Chester W. Schmidt and published by American Psychiatric Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Proper coding and documentation are vital to getting paid, especially in today's healthcare environment, yet specific information on coding for mental health services is often difficult to find. The third edition of this concise, easy-to-read handbook offers "the" essential reference for mental health professionals. Marking more than a decade of experience, this practical handbook represents the collective wisdom of the APA's Committee on RBRVS, Codes, and Reimbursements and covers changes mandated by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and changes in the way psychiatry is currently practiced and documented. In just 8 chapters and a remarkable 12 appendixes and index, the authors explain the structure and function of CPT and how to use and document codes for initial evaluations, psychotherapy, medication management, and other services listed in the psychiatry section of CPT. This edition has expanded information on the evaluation and management (E/M) codes and includes vignettes and documentation templates to guide physicians and other providers on how to code and document these medical services. As the struggle for appropriate reimbursement continues--with payers often using the technicalities of coding and documentation to reduce or deny payment--this practical volume offers a lifeline for mental health professionals everywhere.