The evolution of evaluation and management coding.
The government's efforts to devise a uniform coding system for evaluation and management of Medicare has been fraught with problems and received mixed reactions from physicians. This paper explores the history of the coding system and the importance of compliance by physicians and administrators.
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Ernst & Young, Chicago, IL 60606, USA.
D014487:Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, U.S.; D003953:Diagnosis-Related Groups / Q000145:classification*; D005251:Fees, Medical / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D006278:Medicare / Q000191:economics / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D011216:Practice Management, Medical / Q000458:organization & administration; D015895:Relative Value Scales; D014481:United States