Ask Dr. Z

For professional services, what should the date of service be on claims for remote device checks? CMS released an article "Guidance on Coding and Billing Date of Service on Professional Claims" that outlines rules for cardiovascular monitoring services that outlined: "When the service includes a physician review and/or interpretation and report, the date of service is the date the physician completes that activity." However, the company we have partnered with for remote device interrogations has stated that on the CMS 1500 claim form for physician services we have to use the date on their reports so that it will show every 30/90 days for reimbursement. What is your opinion on the correct date of service for reporting remote device checks for professional services? Ex: CPT code 93294.