Prolonged service codes receive major makeover

New prolonged service code 99417 is the star of next year’s prolonged service show -- but coders should be aware of the other changes to the code set that will go into effect next year.

 

The presentation for the upcoming DecisionHealth webinar Prolonged Services Update: New Rules for the Additional Revenue reveals that the new code -- and the new rules for office E/M services -- will trigger changes to the entire code set. The following chart provides a quick overview of the changes.

 

 

To learn how to ensure you get the revenue your practice is due for prolonged services, sign up for Prolonged Services Update: New Rules for the Additional Revenue, Tues., Oct. 6, 1-2 p.m., ET. Registration includes on-demand access to a recording and 1 AAPC CEU.