Respiratory Question for the Week of February 13, 2017
Is code 94680 (oxygen uptake) included in a cardiopulmonary exercise test performed to assess chronic obstructive pulmonary disease? If so, how should it be billed?
Is code 94680 (oxygen uptake) included in a cardiopulmonary exercise test performed to assess chronic obstructive pulmonary disease? If so, how should it be billed?
Can ventilator management codes be paid in addition to an E&M visit code?
In the OPPS, I read about respiratory therapy services sometimes being “conditionally packaged.” What does this mean?
Did CMS make any changes to the APCs for endoscopies in the 2017 OPPS?
What codes are available for smoking cessation counseling visits?
We are trying to develop a document that helps physicians document the need for home oxygen therapy. Can you provide any guidance about this?
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