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Originally Posted by golfing eagles
They shouldn’t, because you can’t possibly actually do what is required to be documented in that time. There is no way to interview the patient to ascertain the extent of history much less perform the extent physical examination required. I think Medicare may have done the public a disservice by relating their time guidelines for alternative documentation, it could cause confusion for the non-professional and on this thread it’s obvious it has completely befuddled one individual.
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When I go to a doctor, they usually put me in a room where I wait for 15-20 minutes before the doctor comes in for a quick exam.
Does the clock start when they put me in the room or when the doctor shows up?
As a patient, I really don’t care how long I see the doctor. I care more about results. I went to a specialist a few years ago. I met with him for less than five minutes and he diagnosed me and sent me to physical therapy for a month. After three weeks, I was totally cured.