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How To Use CPT Code 87140
CPT 87140 describes the immunofluorescent method used to culture, type, and identify specific organisms. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 87140? CPT 87140 can be used to describe the immunofluorescent method used to culture,…
How To Use CPT Code 31525
CPT 31525 describes the diagnostic procedure of direct laryngoscopy, with or without tracheoscopy, to examine the larynx and detect any abnormalities. This article will cover the description, official details, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 31525? CPT 31525 is used to describe…
How To Use CPT Code 31645
CPT 31645 describes a specific endoscopy procedure performed on the trachea and bronchi. This article will cover the official description, procedure details, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 31645? CPT 31645 is a code used to describe a specific endoscopy procedure performed on…
The revised Advanced Beneficiary Notice of Noncoverage (ABN)
The revised Advanced Beneficiary Notice of Noncoverage (ABN), Form CMS-R-131, is issued by providers (including independent laboratories), physicians, practitioners, and suppliers in situations where Medicare payment is expected to be denied. The revised ABN replaces the ABN-G (Form CMS-R-131G), ABN-L (Form CMS-R-131L), and NEMB (Form CMS-20007). See the revised ABN manual instructions below for detailed…
Revised Moh’s Surgery Guidelines for UHC
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