On Demand - EP Series 3: Diagnostic Arrhythmia and Device Monitoring Services-Webinar Recording

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Video Summary

The video covers a session on EP diagnostic arrhythmia and device monitoring services. It includes discussions on diagnostic arrhythmia testing guidelines, monitoring devices like EKGs and implantable cardiac devices, CPT code reporting instructions, in-person interrogation and programming evaluations for various devices, and Medicare coverage policies. The importance of proper documentation, accurate reporting, and adherence to Medicare guidelines for billing and reimbursement is emphasized. Additionally, the video discusses different types of EP procedures, such as pacemaker or defibrillator interrogations, remote device services, and peri-procedural services, providing insights on proper documentation, medical necessity, and coding guidelines for billing these services correctly. Case examples are used to illustrate billing scenarios, and the Q&A section addresses common questions related to device monitoring services, billing modifiers, and corrected claims. Guidance on billing procedures for devices like loop implants and ICM devices in conjunction with EP procedures is also provided, underlining the significance of accurate documentation and medical necessity for appropriate billing.

Keywords

EP diagnostic arrhythmia

device monitoring services

diagnostic arrhythmia testing guidelines

EKGs

implantable cardiac devices

CPT code reporting instructions

in-person interrogation

programming evaluations

Medicare coverage policies

proper documentation

billing and reimbursement

EP procedures