Laboratory Question for the Week of September 18, 2023
Which code should we use to perform semi/quantitative methods vs. manual methods for in situ
hybridization?
Which code should we use to perform semi/quantitative methods vs. manual methods for in situ
hybridization?
Can carboxyhemoglobin measurement and methemoglobin performed by transcutaneous measurement be reported with 82375 or 83050?
Can we still bill for a unit of blood when it is split specifically with the intent of transfusion but is then not transfused?
Can we report 88141 for negative pap swears?
What revenue code or codes do you use when coding for blood transfusions? Does it matter which blood product is used?
If you do the AHG technique, do you report all three of the codes, or just
86922?
Can you explain the differences between the Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) codes?
Can we report 87088 multiple times with 87086?
When reporting separate results for different species or strains of an infectious agent with the same CPT code, do we report each additional billed unit?
Are there still coding and compliance risks posed by COVID-19 testing and protocol? Is there a potential for audits in the future?
What is the correct code if a physician has ordered a CBC exclusively with no mention of a differential?
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