Laboratory Question for the Week of November 8, 2021
Can we report U0003 and U0004 for antibody testing?
Can we report U0003 and U0004 for antibody testing?
What do U0003 and U0004 identify?
When a single case requires the processing of multiple specimens that and we code for 88362 and 88380 on the same date of service what will documentation require? Is a modifier needed?
Are there still coding and compliance risks posed with COVID-19 testing and protocol? Is there potential for audits in the future?
Can we report modifiers 76 and 77 to resolve NCCI code pair edits?
What different types of classifications determine the medical necessity for reflex testing?
If an aspiration is done with the preparation of the smears on superficial tissue and without radiologic guidance, what code should we select?
How many separately timed specimens can we bill for when reporting 81050?
In terms of flow cytometry tests, how do we distinguish which code to report when it comes to physician interpretation?
How will the proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule potentially impact labs?
Are codes 82542 and 83789 qualitative or quantitative?
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