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So...the experiment starts.
Had several patients cancel their visits earlier in the week because of the virus concerns. Gave them the option of Telemedicine and they all agreed. Told them they would be called today between 10 and 2. Put them on a regular schedule in the office but did not notify them of a specific time. Called them - some were phone calls, some were video visits. All except 1 were medicare. She offered to pay her copay over the phone. Used regular visit codes with Telemedicine location (2). Will submit and see how we are paid.
Saw that Medicare will pay for Annual Wellness Visits with telehealth, These do no technically involve a physical exam anyway. Had my office contact 10 of them - told them they would be calling between 10 and 2 ("advange" of the virus is that they are home). Will do them on Monday, submit billing and see what happens.
If we are paid will arrange more AMW telehealth visits during this period.
Will keep you posted.
Holding my breath...