How To Use CPT Code 88285

CPT 88285 describes the process of counting additional cells during a chromosome analysis to detect abnormalities in the number of chromosomes. This article will cover the official description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes and billing examples.

1. What is CPT Code 88285?

CPT 88285 can be used to describe the counting of additional cells during a chromosome analysis to identify any abnormalities in the number of chromosomes. This code is used when the analyst performs a thorough analysis by counting additional cells as needed.

2. Official Description

The official description of CPT code 88285 is: ‘Chromosome analysis; additional cells counted, each study.’

3. Procedure

1. The analyst performs a chromosome analysis to detect abnormalities in the number of chromosomes.
2. During the analysis, the analyst counts additional cells as needed to ensure a thorough examination.

4. Qualifying circumstances

CPT 88285 is used when additional cells are counted during a chromosome analysis to identify abnormalities in the number of chromosomes. This code is applicable when the analyst performs a thorough analysis by counting additional cells as needed.

5. When to use CPT code 88285

CPT code 88285 should be used when additional cells are counted during a chromosome analysis to ensure a comprehensive examination. It is important to note that this code should only be used once for any additional cells counted per study.

6. Documentation requirements

To support a claim for CPT 88285, the analyst must document the following information:

• Details of the chromosome analysis performed
• Number of additional cells counted during the analysis
• Date and time of the analysis
• Any abnormalities detected in the number of chromosomes
• Signature of the analyst performing the analysis

7. Billing guidelines

When billing for CPT 88285, ensure that the analyst counts additional cells during a chromosome analysis. This code should be reported in addition to other chromosome analysis codes, such as CPT codes 88261 to 88269. It is important to use the appropriate combination of codes to accurately represent the services provided.

8. Historical information

CPT 88285 was added to the Current Procedural Terminology system on January 1, 1990. There have been no updates to the code since its addition.

9. Examples

1. An analyst counts additional cells during a chromosome analysis and identifies an abnormality in the number of chromosomes.
2. During a thorough examination, the analyst counts additional cells and detects a chromosomal abnormality.
3. Additional cells are counted during a chromosome analysis, revealing an abnormal number of chromosomes.
4. The analyst performs a comprehensive analysis by counting additional cells and identifies a chromosomal abnormality.
5. During the chromosome analysis, the analyst counts additional cells to ensure a thorough examination and discovers an abnormality in the number of chromosomes.
6. An abnormality in the number of chromosomes is detected as the analyst counts additional cells during a chromosome analysis.
7. By counting additional cells during a chromosome analysis, the analyst identifies a chromosomal abnormality.
8. During the examination, the analyst counts additional cells and detects an abnormal number of chromosomes.
9. An analyst performs a thorough analysis by counting additional cells and discovers a chromosomal abnormality.
10. Additional cells are counted during a chromosome analysis, revealing an abnormality in the number of chromosomes.