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This course, developed by the American Psychiatric Association, provides a comprehensive overview of Evaluation and Management (E/M) coding guidelines specifically tailored to psychiatric practice. Learners will gain a clear understanding of the 2021 and 2023 E/M coding updates, including time-based coding, medical decision-making criteria, and documentation requirements. The course emphasizes real-world application through psychiatric case examples, helping clinicians ensure compliance, optimize reimbursement, and reduce audit risk. Ideal for psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and behavioral health providers, this course equips learners with the tools to confidently code outpatient visits, manage complexity in documentation, and support sustainable practice operations. Learning Objectives: Understand the structure and purpose of E/M coding in psychiatric settings Apply 2021 and 2023 E/M coding changes effectively Distinguish between time-based and complexity-based coding Document visits in alignment with CMS and payer expectations Improve reimbursement accuracy and reduce claim denials