Hello ----- Original Message ----- From: Cim Viken <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Thursday, October 04, 2007 To: [email protected] <[email protected]> Subj: [OTlist] Question regarding duplicate services
CV> I need some good critics and I know I will get them here. CV> CV> Is this statement true? CV> 1. Coders can use either medical or treatment code for diagnoses; and they CV> can use both if provided. Not sure what you mean by a coder, but I frequently bill under a treatment diagnosis, versus a medical diagnosis. Often, I don't even have a medical diagnosis. CV> CV> 2. No where does it say OT and PT can't use the same diagnostic code CV> (medical or treatment ICD codes). There is no such thing as a "treatment ICD code". There are treatment codes (CPT) and there are diagnosis codes (ICD). CV> CV> 3. The duplication of skilled services can be determined by looking at CV> treatment plan and goals. YES! CV> CV> 4. Using the same diagnostic code, doesn't mean duplication of CV> services. Not necessarily, but it might be part of what makes services duplicate. CV> CV> CV> Some examples: CVA, Arthritis, diabetes neuropathy, low back pain, etc. CV> Thank you for the information. CV> CV> Cimberly Viken, OTR/L -- Options? www.otnow.com/mailman/options/otlist_otnow.com Archive? www.mail-archive.com/[email protected] ************************************************************************************** Enroll in Boston University's post-professional Master of Science for OTs Online. Gain the skills and credentials to propel your career. www.otdegree.com/otn **************************************************************************************
