Initial nursing facility care, comprehensive assessment and plan of care

In the context of nursing facility services, CPT code 99304 is indicative of an initial nursing facility care service. This code is employed when healthcare providers undertake the comprehensive assessment and management of patients in a nursing facility, capturing the nuances of the initial encounter.

Details

CPT code:

99304

Category:

Category I

Section:

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Specialty:

Nursing Facility Services

Type:

New or Established Patient

99304 holds significance in nursing facility services, denoting the initiation of care when healthcare providers undertake the comprehensive assessment and management of patients in a nursing facility. The code is applied when healthcare encounters involve the intricate process of addressing the health concerns of patients in a nursing facility during the initial stages. Its utilization ensures accurate documentation and billing for the nuanced care provided during the onset of patient management in nursing facilities.

Under what category does Initial nursing facility care, comprehensive assessment and plan of care fall?

Category I

What is the billing unit for Initial nursing facility care, comprehensive assessment and plan of care?

Per Encounter

Modifiers

-

Clinical use

Nursing facility care, initial comprehensive assessment and management.

Documentation

Nursing facility care; comprehensive assessment and plan of care for a new patient.

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