Why Practices Are Struggling to Rebound From COVID-19, Coding Based on Time, Caring for Kids

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COVID-19 and Quality Metrics: Why Practices Are Struggling to Rebound

Many practices have been stretched to the limit — a loss of patients due to COVID-19, staff turnover, worsening chronic conditions, missed screenings, and financial losses. But working harder isn’t the solution.

What Counts When Coding E/M Visits Based on Time

Include the total time you spent in activities related to the care of the patient on the date of the encounter.

Caring for Kid Patients

The satisfaction that comes from taking care of children shouldn’t be underestimated in a time of increasing physician burnout.

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