Appeal Your E/M “Level of Care” Denials By Asking For In-depth Coder Review

Evaluation and Management code selection often comes under intense scrutiny by payers. However, just as any other denial, these denials can be appealed. Payers provide little guidance regarding how E/M audits and denials are triggered. However, a well-worded appeal letter can seek information from the payer regarding their E/M reviews as well as information regarding…