The goal of this competency is for you to demonstrate your ability to understand and code the Evaluation and Management Review of Systems (ROS) documentation.
1. Review ROS Coding Tips. To complete this competency assessment you will review the following documentation from Dr. Ross concerning his patient, Mr. Thameson. Dr. Ross coded this encounter as a complete ROS.
"ROS - Patient also experiencing left-sided weakness, especially in the legs which are also cramping at night. The patient says his skin on his left leg and arm are dryer and itchy. Patient reports no difficulty breathing or left-sided chest pain. Patient reports no other painful joints or muscles. Patient denies any other symptoms such as diarrhea, indigestion, or vomiting."
2. Find a volunteer to role play with you. Your volunteer will play Dr. Ross. Your volunteer (Dr. Ross) is of the opinion that he or she is doing everything right when coding the visit.
3. Videotape the role play in which you are having the following discussion with Dr. Ross.
4. Upload your video.