are you asking about professional fee? What type of physician? The primary care doc?
Well, like any visit, there must be medical necessity. "The hospital requires one" is not a valid reason. But if the patient has any medical conditions, then assessing the patient is more likely indicated.
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are you asking about professional fee? What type of physician? The primary care doc?
Well, like any visit, there must be medical necessity. "The hospital requires one" is not a valid reason. But if the patient has any medical conditions, then assessing the patient is more likely indicated.
Here is a good article- https://www.medicalbillersandcoders.com/blog/correct-coding-for-pre-operative-clearance/