Scenario #3 from Module 13 in the Urologist’s Guide to Coding and Billing Digital Course:
Patient scheduled for a routine surveillance cystoscopy. Doing fine. Cystoscopy revealed a bladder tumor. Patient was informed of the finding. 15 minutes was spent in explaining the problem and the recommended treatment.
- Can I charge for the E & M visit?
- Do I need a modifier?
- Which modifier?