On Demand - CV Diagnostic Coding Update for Imaging Leaders-Presentation Slides

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The document provides an overview of coding and documentation guidelines for cardiovascular (CV) diagnostic services. It includes information on various procedures such as echocardiography, stress testing, nuclear studies, cardiac CT, and cardiac arrhythmia monitoring.<br /><br />The document mentions the importance of medical necessity in supporting the performance and reporting of certain procedures. It also highlights the need to follow specific guidelines and requirements for each procedure and provides insight into billing and coding practices.<br /><br />Furthermore, the document includes frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to topics such as strain imaging, 3D echocardiography, performing stress tests and PET studies on the same day, and billing for calcium scoring. It also addresses the coverage and billing considerations for venipuncture and CT FFR.<br /><br />The document concludes with contact information for revenue cycle and CV imaging leaders at MedAxiom, as well as a disclaimer regarding the accuracy and applicability of the information provided.

Keywords

coding guidelines

documentation guidelines

cardiovascular diagnostic services

echocardiography

stress testing

nuclear studies

cardiac CT

cardiac arrhythmia monitoring

medical necessity

billing and coding practices