Is TCM considered outpatient?

Outpatients may on their own accord (i.e without a doctor’s referral) choose outpatient TCM treatments at the co-located TCM clinic, in which case they would be considered as any walk-in-patients to the TCM clinic.

Is TCM cheaper than Western medicine?

In general, TCM practice is much cheaper and has a lower profit margin than western medicine.

Is TCM considered doctor?

In Western countries, those who practise TCM are qualified doctors.

What can I expect from a TCM consultation?

He/She may ask you a series of detailed questions about any health problems or symptoms you might be having. In addition to your paperwork and consultation, your practitioner will also examine your tongue and feel your pulse in both wrists in order to arrive at a traditional Chinese medical diagnosis.

Can you bill an office visit with a TCM?

You can bill it as an office visit if documentation requirements for history, exam, and medical decision making are met should the patient die or be re-admitted.

Can TCM be done via telephone?

Given that CPT describes the visit included in TCM as “face-to-face,” we do not advise conducting that visit as a telephone (audio-only) visit. The requirements for CCM and TCM can be found on the AAFP website.

How long does TCM take to work?

In acute cases, results can be seen almost immediately. In chronic cases, some results should be seen within two weeks, even though long term usage of Chinese herbs is often required.

Can I mix Western and Chinese medicine?

Can I receive TCM treatment while taking western medicine? For most conditions, it is alright to receive both TCM treatment and western treatment simultaneously. You are advised to keep a 1-2 hours gap between the consumption of herbal medication and western medication.

Is Chinese medicine better than Western medicine?

a. Chinese medicine can have effects or changes in the overall immune system, so it can prevent future issues or reoccurrence of an illness that Western medicine is unable to address. Thus, Chinese medicine addresses the root cause of the disease whereas Western medicine sometimes can only address the symptoms.

Do you wear clothes during acupuncture?

For the most comfortable acupuncture therapy session, it’s best to wear loose clothing. You should be able to roll or roll-up pants to above your knees or wear a shirt that folds over your elbows. Since you will most likely be barefoot, it is also helpful to wear shoes that are easy to remove.

Can a TCM visit be done virtually?

TCM is on Medicare’s list of covered telehealth services. Per Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), CPT codes 99495 and 99496 include one face-to-face (but not necessarily in-person) visit that is not separately reportable.

Is TCM reliable?

Although there is much work to be done before we can truly understand the mechanisms of acupuncture and Qi, there is a growing body of solid evidence that suggests acupuncture and TCM are safe and effective for the treatment of many conditions.

Does TCM give MC?

MCs from a overseas doctor or traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioner. Many employers grant paid sick leave for medical certificates (MCs) issued by an overseas doctor or TCM practitioner. They have the discretion to do so.

What should you not do before acupuncture?

Things to Avoid

• Avoid Heavy Greasy Foods and Caffeine. As mentioned in #3 above, it is recommended to have a light snack before your appointment, but you should avoid greasy or heavy meals.
• Don’t Brush Your Tongue.
• Avoid Stimulants and Depressants for at Least 12 Hours.

Can TCM visit be done by phone?

How long is the 30 day TCM service period?

The 30-day TCM service period begins on the day of discharge and continues for the next 29 days. What diagnosis code(s) do I use when reporting TCM? Report the diagnosis code(s) for the conditions that require TCM services. Typically, these will be the conditions the patient had at the time of discharge, which represents the start of TCM.

Can more than one doctor bill for TCM?

No. TCM services may be billed by only one individual during the post-discharge period. If more than one physician or NPP submits a claim for TCM services provided to a patient in a given 30-day period following discharge, Medicare will pay the first claim it receives that otherwise meets its coverage requirements.

Can I report a global surgical service with TCM post-discharge?

If I provide a 10- or 90-day global surgical service that results in TCM post-discharge, may I report both the global surgical service and a TCM code? No. Both CPT and Medicare prohibit a physician who reports a service with a global period of 10 or 90 days from also reporting the TCM service.

How long should I wait between taking traditional Chinese medicine?

Wait 2 hours between taking any other conventional medication and your traditional Chinese medicine We and selected third parties use cookies or similar technologies for technical purposes and, with your consent, for other purposes as specified in the cookie policy.