Access these helpful resources for more information about cardiology-related services:  

• E/M Documentation Guidelines, developed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the American Medical Association (AMA)   
• Information on Medicare coverage for cardiovascular screening blood tests  
• CMS guidelines for consultations – Pub. 100-04, chapter 12, section 30.6.10  (PDF, 902 KB)
• Multiple x-rays and EKGs furnished to emergency room patients - CMS Medicare Claims Processing Manual, chapter 13, section 100.1 (PDF, 308 KB) 
• National Coverage Determinations for procedures involving the cardiovascular system: CMS National Coverage Determinations Manual, section 20 (PDF, 518 KB)