Getting Started with ReCODE Chat
Ready to start using ReCODE Chat? This guide will walk you through everything you need to begin coding efficiently.
Accessing ReCODE Chat
- Open Your Portal: Navigate to chat.recodemedical.com
- Log In: Use your provided credentials
- Select ReCODE Chat: Choose from available specialties
Need access? Contact our support team.
Interface Overview
Your First Query
Simple Example
Type: "Echo codes for heart failure evaluation"
How to Ask Effective Questions
Good Examples for Cardiology:
- "Cardiac cath with PCI to LAD, single stent"
- "New patient consult, chest pain, 45 minutes"
- "EP study with AFib ablation"
Add Context When Needed:
- Patient status (new/established)
- Time spent (for E/M)
- Specific procedures
- Vessel or cardiac chamber
- Approach (radial/femoral)
Less Effective:
- "Code this" (no details)
- "Heart procedure" (too vague)
- "Standard visit" (needs specifics)
Understanding Responses
ReCODE Chat provides:
- Primary CPT Code
- Description
- Common Modifiers
- Documentation Tips
- Related Codes
Quick Start Commands
Try these commands:
E/M Visits
Procedures
/code 93656
Command Example
Type: /code
Then Tab through:
- Field 1: Enter procedure code (e.g., "93306")
- Press Enter
You'll receive:
- Medical conditions and indications
- Coding instructions
- Important nuances
- Example scenarios
- Complete justification
Practice Scenarios
Try these to get familiar:
- "Echo with bubble contrast study"
- "Holter monitor interpretation"
- "Cardiac stress test with imaging"
- "ICD interrogation and programming"
Next Steps
- Learn /docs/cpt-basic for medical billing introduction
- Explore /common-scenarios for examples
- Master Advanced Features with slash commands
Troubleshooting
Common Issues:
- Unclear responses? Add more specific details
- Need help? Visit /support
Pro Tip: Start with simple queries like /code 93656
to get comfortable with the system.