2024 OB/GYN Coding Manual: Components of Correct Coding

The 2024 OB/GYN Coding Manual: Components of Correct Coding is the primary billing and coding resource for obstetrician-gynecologists and their staff. The manual has been modified with input from physicians and coders to improve ease of use and provide unique billing information just for ob-gyn practices. The coding material, which is organized by systems, offers 2024 updates that can be used for billing, coding, preauthorization requirements, claims appeals, and more. The appendices include tables for the quick reference of the coding guidelines in this manual.2024 updates include: New codes for transcervical radiofrequency ablation of uterine fibroids; New codes for hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy; New evaluation and management codes for pelvic exam; Significant new category III codes that have been added to the current list of temporary codes for reporting emerging technology, services, and procedures; Significant additions to the neurostimulator codes

Table of Contents:
Part I: Coding in Obstetrics and Gynecology Chapter 1 Code Development Chapter 2 Evaluation and Management Services Chapter 3 Telehealth Chapter 4 Preventive Medicine and Medicare Screening Services Chapter 5 Global Surgical Package Chapter 6 Global Obstetric Package Chapter 7 Ultrasound Coding Chapter 8 Coding for COVID-19 Related Services Chapter 9 Coding Basics for Reporting Diagnoses of Obstetric-Gynecologic Conditions Part II: Components of Correct CodingSurgery CodesMaternity CodesImaging CodesReproductive Medicine CodesDiagnostic CodesEvaluation and Management Codes Part III: Appendices Appendix A Office/Outpatient E/M: New Patient Visits Appendix B Office/Outpatient E/M: Established Patient Visits Appendix C Documenting Office E/M Services: Medical Decision Making Appendix D Initial Hospital Inpatient/Observation Care: New or Established Patient Subsequent Hospital Inpatient/Observation Care Appendix E Hospital Inpatient/Observation Care Services: Including Admission and Discharge Services Hospital Inpatient/Observation Discharge Services Appendix F Office/Other Outpatient Consultations: New/Established PatientInpatient/Observation Consultations: New/Established Patient Appendix G Emergency De Partment Services: New/Established PatientOther Emergency Services Appendix H Examples of Levels of Risk in Medical Decision MakingE/M NOT Inclusive of Outpatient E/M Codes Appendix I E/M Services Modifiers Appendix J Preventive Medicine CPT Codes Appendix K Initial Preventive Physical Examination and Annual Wellness Visit Appendix L Medicare Screening Services: Pelvic Examination and Cytopathology (Pap) Appendix M Medicare Screening Services: Mammogram and Bone Mass Appendix N Medicare Screening Services: Hepatitis B and C Appendix O Medicare Screening Services: Human Papillomavirus (HPV),Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), and Sexually Transmitted Disease Appendix P Medicare Screening Services: Tests and Counseling Appendix Q Medicare Screening Services: Immunizations Appendix R Comparison of CPT and Medicare Global Surgical Packages Appendix S Surgical Services: Procedure Modifiers, Multiple Surgeons, andDivision of Global Surgical Package Appendix T Surgical Services: Postoperative Period Appendix U Codes for Obstetric Services Appendix V Interruption of Pregnancy – Surgical or Non-Surgical Abortion Appendix W Interruption of Pregnancy – Spontaneous Abortion Appendix X Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Codes Appendix Y Components of Transabdominal Obstetric Ultrasound Codes Appendix Z Laparoscopy Procedure Appendix AA COVID-19 Laboratory Codes Appendix BB COVID-19 Vaccine Administration Codes Appendix CC 2024 New/Revised Codes Appendix DD New Category III Codes

About the Author :
With roots dating back to 1951, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists is the premier professional membership organization for obstetrician–gynecologists. The College's activities include producing practice guidelines for providers and educational materials for patients, providing practice management and career support, facilitating programs and initiatives aimed at improving women's health, and advocating on behalf of members and patients.