[Histonet] CPT coding question

[Tench, Bill]

Michelle,  the example that you raised of having two tonsils, one with a
stitch, isn't quite the same as your problem.  The two tonsils would
otherwise not be identifiable as left or right.  That is not a problem
with a fetus and a placenta.  Each is separately identifiable and each
should be coded separately.  You will simplify any coding review if each
is a separate line on your report.

 

Bill Tench

Associate Dir. Laboratory Services

Chief, Cytology Services

Palomar Medical Center

555 E. Valley Parkway

Escondido, California  92025

Bill.Tench <@t> pph.org

Voice: 760- 739-3037

Fax: 760-739-2604

 


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