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  • @ContempoCoding
    @ContempoCoding  2 роки тому +2

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  • @shubhangee27
    @shubhangee27 3 роки тому +33

    U r the best teacher for me, as you explain without reading from the books..ur information processed in my brain as permanent memory..thanks alot Ma’am..

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  3 роки тому +4

      You bet!

    • @DocIndian1135
      @DocIndian1135 2 роки тому

      Yo punekar 💪🏻

    • @ROZMUSA2010
      @ROZMUSA2010 2 роки тому +1

      I 100% agree.. first time I felt so interested and it was actually registering in my brain

  • @cheyenehayes6898
    @cheyenehayes6898 2 роки тому +20

    “Do you think E/M coding kinda sucks??” 🤣 omg yes! That’s why I’m here! So glad you make these videos! My test is this Saturday and I need the practice. E/M and Cardiovascular are my worse sections!

    • @unappealingundesirable2826
      @unappealingundesirable2826 2 роки тому +2

      Cheyene, oh my goodness, I was born in Seattle in 1973, where I grew up and live now. I just started AAPC in January, and I was also told by EVERYBODY, that the Cardiovascular and E/M chapters are what "threw everybody off." I need to learn how to code an E/M! Hope you aced the test!

    • @unappealingundesirable2826
      @unappealingundesirable2826 2 роки тому

      I just took my CPC exam on Saturday June 11, 2022. My first try: I got a 71, and I'm ecstatic! Yes, I'm envious of those who got 80+ on their first try, but then I hear about so many others who really tried, two or three times, and kept getting 62-69. On the breakdowns, I got a 100% in the 30000 Series, which says it was cardivascular. I did the worst in E/M with 33%. Anatomy and medical terminology both 50%, which is no shock, and before I got my score, I thought "would have killed me," if I fell below the Mendoza Line (70). Getting 50% in Anesthesia was disappointing. Sorry to hijack this thread, but now I have another mountain to climb: I'm now finding out FULL bore, about this "won't hire an apprentice" deal, and now I'm signed up for Practicode. I feel like I'm doing another study ALL over again. Goodness.

    • @mrspress8057
      @mrspress8057 2 місяці тому

      @@unappealingundesirable2826 I’m sorry, I know this comment is from years ago, but I’m wondering how doing practicode went? I’m considering doing it before I even try to look for a job so I will feel more confident and be more competent. Do you feel that it helped you?

  • @elizabethpetrucci9581
    @elizabethpetrucci9581 Рік тому

    I don't know what I would do without your expertise!! I'm in school for coding right now and the E/M coding has been so stressful. Thank you!

  • @ebraden09
    @ebraden09 3 роки тому +8

    Just got a call for my coding interview for a position primary doing E&M and minor procedural coding. SO glad I found this channel.

  • @christinehamann5816
    @christinehamann5816 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you, doing this on-line with barely any contact from the instructor. Very helpful.

  • @chelseabrown7619
    @chelseabrown7619 4 роки тому +15

    You are great! You've helped me learn so much that I can't fully get from my teacher because of the pandemic

  • @Lydia-Roe
    @Lydia-Roe 4 роки тому +4

    You're absolutely right on medical necessity. Guess what? In over 18 years - the stinking thing hasn't changed much, LOL. From the coding to auditing these charts, we have collaborated with utilization review nurses and ER providers (PAs , NPs , and Physicians/Residents) and built tools and crosswalks to help both sides understand one another. Thank you for your amazing videos!

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  4 роки тому +3

      And if you get 10 coders in a room they'll come up with 10 different ways they scored the visit!

  • @sobluebedford
    @sobluebedford 4 роки тому +17

    E/M is the bane of my existence 😖. Lol I just struggle with it so thx for this video.

  • @heatherchapman2773
    @heatherchapman2773 4 роки тому +4

    This video really started to lift the clouds from a very foggy area for me. Thank you for all of your hard work in making this video. I definitely found it useful. I will be tuning in to the other three parts.

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  4 роки тому +3

      I'm so glad! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment!

  • @tomefury
    @tomefury 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you for breaking this down. My head is spinning!

  • @debmarques1453
    @debmarques1453 2 роки тому +2

    Love how you explain E/M! Your passion is contagious! Thank you for your help! Look forward to watching more videos!

  • @raunij7967
    @raunij7967 4 роки тому +3

    Yasssss I need all four series my WIFI was out for days I couldn’t watch thank you for posting I need clarity. I’m about to start back studying.

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  4 роки тому +1

      Welcome back and good luck on all the studies! Let me know if you come across anything that may inspire my next video!

  • @meganmarson59
    @meganmarson59 4 роки тому +6

    I cannot tell you how thankful I am for you! Your videos are so helpful and easy to follow..you are just great. :)

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  4 роки тому +1

      Aw, thank you for your kind comment, Megan!!

  • @jenniferkrauser656
    @jenniferkrauser656 2 роки тому

    So glad I found you here. You do fabulous tutorials!!! I am currently studying for CPC exam. These are so helpful. Thank you. Will keep watching.

  • @CWdudeyo
    @CWdudeyo 4 роки тому +10

    This is so awesome! Where did you get the scorecard?? I need it in my life! Thank you so much for what you’re doing! Please, keep it up!!!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @courtneysimmons2410
    @courtneysimmons2410 4 роки тому +5

    Great suggestions! E and M coding is really tough for me!

  • @TrueRiches324
    @TrueRiches324 3 роки тому +3

    I am new to E/M coding. This video really helped. I like how you took time to break down each section separately.

  • @Astral_Kay
    @Astral_Kay 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much for the incredible videos! I just found your channel but I can already tell it's going to be Very helpful! Im in school right now and I feel so lost, I need all the help I can get!

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  3 роки тому +2

      I'm glad! I appreciate you taking the time to leave such a nice comment. If you have anything you come across that they didn't cover in school, let me know -- it might be a great topic for a video! 😀

  • @shirinkhan7889
    @shirinkhan7889 Рік тому

    Victoria you are amazing person to share your knowledge with us❤🎉❤🎉

  • @emilyroberts9297
    @emilyroberts9297 4 роки тому +4

    Hi Victoria! Your channel is helping so much! I just found you and am binging away but I binged so much I can’t remember where you explained how to get a E/M “chart” to help with code selection, I remember you talking about buying a laminator and printing them but I can’t find it where you explained which ones to print or websites to use...Is that something we would use to practice on before we get a job? Or use daily in our job? Or does the employer provide a chart that they prefer we use? I am a nurse turned coder and this is a totally different world for me! Thank you for helping!!!

    • @glassgloss
      @glassgloss 2 роки тому

      Hello! Im a nurse aspiring to be a medical coder. How are you liking the medical coding world?

  • @valerieleblanc5217
    @valerieleblanc5217 4 роки тому +3

    Wonderful! I look forward to tuning in and learning more! I am a Rookie! :)

  • @kimberlygorden1690
    @kimberlygorden1690 2 роки тому

    Your series has been extremely helpful to me! Thank you!

  • @unappealingundesirable2826
    @unappealingundesirable2826 2 роки тому

    Victoria, are you related to Richard Moll? Not the Richard Moll "Bull on Night Court," but the Richard Moll who wrote "The Public Ivys," when talking about the country's best public colleges?

  • @violettewolf8990
    @violettewolf8990 3 роки тому +1

    I love your channel, it's so helpful and easy to go through. Do you have any inpatient coding videos? I just started inpatient on my new job and it's killing me :(

  • @MonicaRodriguez-lp1fg
    @MonicaRodriguez-lp1fg 4 роки тому +2

    Hi.. I’m new members.. I try to get my CPC certificate. Thank for your videos.
    I have two big challenges my language (Spanish) and get my CPC 🤓

  • @pattyfernandes976
    @pattyfernandes976 2 роки тому +2

    Some things have changed for testing in 2021 as you know, and they make us figure out (so I've been told) the MDM first, then find the code, opposed to them giving us that info. Here's where I need help if you can answer this for me. What information do we need to be searching for when deciding if the code is based solely on MDM or when we need to use the history, exam, and MDM for the code? I completed all my courses with AAPC recently and will be taking the exam in the next couple weeks.
    Thank you, Victoria!
    Patty

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  2 роки тому +3

      Only codes 99202 - 99215 are based just on MDM effective January 1, 2021. You can find the new MDM grid on pages 16 & 17 of your CPT book.

    • @pattyfernandes976
      @pattyfernandes976 2 роки тому +1

      @@ContempoCoding Thank you! I use that grid when training but still always think it's just one part of the process. So much easier and I'm making a note in my book right now!

  • @shirinkhan7889
    @shirinkhan7889 Рік тому

    Keep on coding on , like it

  • @venkateshkaleri2894
    @venkateshkaleri2894 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much, your lessions are really helpful... Love

  • @sammy200950
    @sammy200950 3 роки тому +5

    I am struggling with E/M leveling I am currently studying for my CEMC and its so confusing , I'm hoping these videos help me understand .

  • @carolbailey8855
    @carolbailey8855 4 роки тому +2

    Bless you, bless you. Thank you so much for this.

  • @dawngaran1490
    @dawngaran1490 Рік тому

    At 4:22 you start reading the definition of 99213. Where are you reading from? Because the entry in the 2023 CPT manual doesn't read like that. It doesn't mention components at all. Thank you!

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  Рік тому

      I was reading from the 2021 book since that's when this video was produced. There's new videos for the updated version of how to code E&M.

  • @TheAlbinoNugget
    @TheAlbinoNugget 4 роки тому +1

    Honestly glad I found your channel because that’s roughly where I am in my lessons and it’s what’s making me feel really stupid.

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  4 роки тому +3

      E&M is hard even for experienced coders. Good news -- on the certification exam they just tell you the level of history, exam, and medical decision making and you just pick the level. You don't have to score out each component individually.

  • @marinadanilina3275
    @marinadanilina3275 2 роки тому

    Where can I find a sequetial list of your videos? I'm in training program, but the instructor is not much of a help. I am so glad that I found your channel, but I need to study material sequentially, because now it is all bits and pieces. Could you please Help. Thank you

  • @niharika4704
    @niharika4704 2 роки тому

    Hi mam your class is very useful to me

  • @erinc.4080
    @erinc.4080 Рік тому

    Is the info taught in this video still apply to E/M after the 2023 changes? (I’m still learning 🥴) Thanks!

  • @Shi300
    @Shi300 3 роки тому +1

    Very helpful! Thank you 😊

  • @mellodysharon7761
    @mellodysharon7761 2 роки тому

    You are absolutely awesome!!! I wish I could speak with you. I’m taking my medical coding & billing final online. HELP!!!!!!!

  • @bkmonishagandhi9909
    @bkmonishagandhi9909 4 роки тому

    I am your fan I love the way u present its so fun an di really like the way u said that coding is a new adventure I love your show

  • @lynnetteedwards1026
    @lynnetteedwards1026 4 роки тому +3

    Hello, quick question. In regards to the CPC exam i failed by 60 questions on my first exam I did online, can I except to have the same questions for my next exam or would it be a whole new set? Thank you for all your wonderful videos, I have definitely been watching these to help with my exam.

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  4 роки тому +3

      There's multiple versions of the CPC exam so it's likely they'll give you a different version for your second try.

  • @Cynt12345
    @Cynt12345 3 роки тому +1

    Where can I get a pdf of that form you are using??

  • @christelletchety6022
    @christelletchety6022 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you very much, GOD bless you

  • @dailyinspiration_jeremiah2911
    @dailyinspiration_jeremiah2911 3 роки тому +2

    E&M 3:29

  • @AlbinoBlackHole
    @AlbinoBlackHole Рік тому

    So how can I tell if a problem is annotated by the provider instead of coding all of the problems in the patient's history?

  • @lashondannel7188
    @lashondannel7188 3 роки тому

    Great info

  • @paularuffini3074
    @paularuffini3074 2 роки тому

    Where can I get one of the papers to guide you through E and M, I am not sure what it is called, like a checklist

  • @diannejohnson3827
    @diannejohnson3827 2 роки тому

    Hi Victoria this is Dianne J and I'm interested in taking the test for CPC

  • @AlbinoBlackHole
    @AlbinoBlackHole Рік тому

    Thank you so much for your help! E/M codes are awful!

  • @diesixfive4767
    @diesixfive4767 2 роки тому

    Where do you find this chart @ 9:14 in the 2021 CPC book ?

  • @kyramadison5657
    @kyramadison5657 3 роки тому +1

    So, when taking the CPC exam, you won't need to actually do any leveling yourself? They will provide the levels in the questions for all the E/M questions? Because the leveling is the thing that I think I am struggling with the most right now.

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  3 роки тому +1

      In 2021 they did not make you level, but now that the leveling methodology is printed in the CPT book for codes 99202-99215, they may make you level those codes.

  • @kimbass3243
    @kimbass3243 4 роки тому +2

    love your score card. do you have a printable copy that is available for use?

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  4 роки тому +2

      I typically utilize the scorecards available on the Novitas website -- www.novitas-solutions.com/webcenter/portal/MedicareJH/pagebyid?contentId=00004968
      Generally, I use the pdf of the E&M scorecard but also use the specialty ones depending on what specialty I'm coding for.

    • @christinehamann5816
      @christinehamann5816 3 роки тому

      That form is right in the text book if you are taking the class.

  • @markchavez738
    @markchavez738 2 роки тому

    Where can I find these charts that you are using for you E/M coding? So I can print them out.

  • @alphacodingexperts1837
    @alphacodingexperts1837 4 роки тому +2

    Amazing work!

  • @galenray4342
    @galenray4342 3 роки тому +2

    Totally lost on Levels of service/history/MDM/Examination.. what is ROS/PMH/PSH/SH ehat are all of these and how do they relate and what are the purposes? Synopsis just ain't firing on this topic. My brain feels like its been thru a blender .

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  3 роки тому +1

      Are you currently in a medical coding curriculum? Please check the evaluation and management chapter in your study material.

    • @galenray4342
      @galenray4342 3 роки тому

      @@ContempoCoding yes ma'am. I am currently enrolled in an online program which is supposed to result in a CBCS certification. Medical field is foreign to me, this will be a new occupation for me. I have spent the last 30 years in marketing and commercial print. I will look there again and maybe it will sync in the 3rd time i read it. As for noe, it just looks like random words on a page. 😔. Thank you for pointing me to that section.

  • @adreansmith5729
    @adreansmith5729 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Where can I purchase the scorecards? I 'm studying for the test and I need all the help I can get

  • @barbied7650
    @barbied7650 3 роки тому

    Hi I am enjoying your videos.
    I am having a difficult time getting through aapc. I can not get anyone on the phone. I have emailed, left voice messages...is there any other way to get in touch???

  • @hopehitchcock9310
    @hopehitchcock9310 3 роки тому +1

    How would you find the E&M code for a well-baby office visit for an established patient under 1? Please help. I am very stuck on this one

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  3 роки тому +3

      Well visits are also known as preventative visits and are coded by age. Turn to page 3 in the 2021 CPT book and look for the heading "Preventative Medicine Services" and it will give you the code range, which is broken down by age.

    • @hopehitchcock9310
      @hopehitchcock9310 3 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much! Then you would use the place of service code 11 for office visit correct?

  • @jeanellewelch731
    @jeanellewelch731 3 роки тому +1

    Hello! I saved the playlist for EM coding ( 8 videos) question: parts 1-4, valid for 2021? Should I watch the 2021 update videos first? Thanks!!!

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  3 роки тому +2

      Valid for 2021 except for codes 99201-99215. Those are the only ones that have changed for 2021, the remaining E&M services that are leveled still use the prior history, exam, and MDM requirements.

    • @jeanellewelch731
      @jeanellewelch731 3 роки тому

      @@ContempoCoding Thanks Victoria! I just upgraded to your Platinum membership, I want to enroll in your EM course for $49. Do you offer a coupon savings/code for members? BTW I am enrolled in a coding school, but right now I have the 2020 EM content, they are trying to fix it but it's going on the second week! Thanks :)

  • @unappealingundesirable2826
    @unappealingundesirable2826 2 роки тому

    Is "patient status" where you state "new" or "established" patient?

  • @baiobusinesssystems1181
    @baiobusinesssystems1181 2 роки тому

    Where can I find that E M chart

  • @elysiabarr425
    @elysiabarr425 4 роки тому +2

    I'm retaking the CPC test in November. How do I know which EM code to use? Sometimes I get a code that matches 3 answers, sometimes I get one that matches 2/3 but it requires 3/3 to be the answer. How do o pick the correct one?

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  4 роки тому +4

      Check the Evaluation and Management Grids in the front of your CPT book, page xxiv.

    • @elysiabarr425
      @elysiabarr425 4 роки тому +2

      @@ContempoCoding thanks!

    • @tyellsChannel
      @tyellsChannel 3 роки тому

      Did you pass your retake?

    • @elysiabarr425
      @elysiabarr425 3 роки тому +1

      I'm taking it in December instead, covid canceled the one in November

    • @tyellsChannel
      @tyellsChannel 3 роки тому

      @@elysiabarr425 Good luck and I HOPE you pass!

  • @zenahashim6198
    @zenahashim6198 4 роки тому

    Hi
    I really need your advice!!
    A mom of 2 .
    I have a B.C.in business.
    I started Biology and English classes in 2018 to get in to Sonography.
    I stopped for some reason and I wanted to get back now. But still confused between Medical coding and sonography.
    It matters for me that spending more time with my kids and I knew that medical coders can work from home.
    Is it guaranteed that medical coders work remotely ?
    And After while if I want to develop my degree and get HIM master .
    Are those HIM people can work remotely?
    Another point you have mentioned in previous video that You need to learn a software editing thing ?
    Is that related to programming or IT specialist ?
    Thank you

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  4 роки тому +2

      Lots of medical coders work from home, but it's not usually common to find a remote coding position right after getting certified. Typically employers won't hire newly certified coders for remote work. That's not to say it never happens, but it's less likely. I think given the current climate, that may change. Some employers that were previously reluctant are noticing the benefits of a remote workforce. A good way to get a "feel" for the current climate is to go on codersdirect.com (they're a job posting site just for coders) and start looking at some of the requirements for the job postings that are out there.
      HIM really depends on what you're doing -- I'm not familiar with what the common non-coding positions of HIM professionals are these days.
      Medical coders don't need to know software editing -- only I need to know that because of having to edit videos for UA-cam. :)

    • @zenahashim6198
      @zenahashim6198 4 роки тому

      Contempo Coding thank you 😊

  • @sun_burstsclouds_break6346
    @sun_burstsclouds_break6346 4 роки тому +2

    THANK. YOU.

  • @genesymorales8549
    @genesymorales8549 4 роки тому +1

    Do you have a print of of this form?

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  4 роки тому +2

      These are the ones I use: www.novitas-solutions.com/webcenter/portal/MedicareJL/pagebyid?contentId=00004968

    • @slimequeen9747
      @slimequeen9747 3 роки тому

      Thank you so very much!!! I tried printing these charts from my ebook from school but they are way too small to read, going to give these a try

  • @gracecease3476
    @gracecease3476 3 роки тому +2

    E/M coding makes me wants to throw my computer in to the wall on a regular

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  3 роки тому +1

      It's an art and a science trying to come up with the level!

  • @sandysandip4428
    @sandysandip4428 2 роки тому

    👌👌👌

  • @m.c.m9310
    @m.c.m9310 4 роки тому

    I am taking my CPC exam for 2nd time, I think my biggest issue is speed, is there tips on how to flip books faster if Aeschylus question has multiple codes?

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  4 роки тому

      As far as flipping through faster the only thing that might help is tabbing if you haven't done that. Otherwise it's kind of a matter of having your fingers fly faster. :)
      I have a book tabbing tutorial video if that help at all: ua-cam.com/video/WvXqaT5SuQY/v-deo.html

  • @blipblip88
    @blipblip88 2 роки тому

    I hope that CPT coding inpatient psychiatry/requirements adopts outpatient ones soon. Me: "Only 12 of 14 required exam points? Well, we'll have to down code your 99222 to 99221"...silly.

  • @donaldemery4471
    @donaldemery4471 4 роки тому

    What average time should it take to score a progress note. I work In patient Psych coding professional fees. I'm learning new coder. Struggling with my quota.

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  4 роки тому

      It really depends on what the organization decides, I've seen anywhere from 10-15 notes an hour.

  • @hopehitchcock9310
    @hopehitchcock9310 3 роки тому

    Would DTap and Polio be considered vaccines or prophylactic drugs?

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  3 роки тому

      They are vaccines.
      Hope it sounds like you're asking homework questions. If you're struggling, maybe you should talk with your instructor?

  • @alphacodingexperts1837
    @alphacodingexperts1837 4 роки тому +5

    Please say the medical necessity part again louder 📣📣📣 🤣🤣❗

  • @refinedlife1
    @refinedlife1 2 роки тому

    ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

  • @tat3990
    @tat3990 Рік тому

    I’m confused😢

  • @j-eriano4761
    @j-eriano4761 4 роки тому

    Hi. I am interested in getting free CEUs as you mentioned. I did visit your website (contempocoding.com) but I cannot understand on how to get a free CEU by just watching your videos. Please elaborate further on this please. Badly needed to complete my CEU by the end of the year. Appreciate your help!

    • @ContempoCoding
      @ContempoCoding  4 роки тому +1

      Hi H-E. You cannot get CEUs just by watching my videos. I do have a video that discusses different resources available for finding free CEUs - ua-cam.com/video/ZRV8e4OUyZw/v-deo.html
      I also have 1 course on my website you can take for 1.0 CEU. contempocoding.newzenler.com/courses/why-risk-adjustment-coders-are-earning-more-money

    • @j-eriano4761
      @j-eriano4761 4 роки тому

      Contempo Coding Hello. Done. It worked! Thanks for this!

  • @bhupendrarajput2709
    @bhupendrarajput2709 2 роки тому

    Enm coding in permanent work from home

  • @ashsmith1364
    @ashsmith1364 3 роки тому

    i’m lost 😂