AHA Coding Clinic® for HCPCS - 2018 Quarter 1; For Your Information
New and deleted HCPCS codes for pathogen-reduced platelets and pathogen testing for platelets
Since January 1, 2018, for Medicare reporting, pathogen reduced platelets and pathogen testing for platelets are appropriately reported with two new HCPCS codes. These new HCPCS code have replaced HCPCS codes Q9987 and Q9988 . The new and deleted HCPCS codes for Medicare reporting are listed in the table below: 2017 HCPCS Code 2017 Long Descriptor 2018 HCPCS Code 2018 Long Descriptor Q9988 Platelets, pheresis, pathogen reduced; each unit P9073 Platelets pathogen reduced; each unit Q9987 Pathogen(s) test for platelets P9100 * Pathogen(s) test for platelets *Please note, HCPCS Code P9100 should be reported to describe the test used for...
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Article Overview
This article explains a Medicare HCPCS update affecting platelet products and platelet pathogen testing. It is aimed at coders, billing staff, and compliance professionals who need to track year-specific code changes and understand the scope of the reporting update.
Why This Topic Matters
Accurate awareness of HCPCS code changes is important for correct Medicare reporting, claims processing, and avoiding use of retired codes. This update helps readers identify the affected service category and the transition timeframe.
What You Will Learn
- Which HCPCS reporting area was updated for platelet-related services
- Which general types of codes were replaced in the 2018 update
- How the article frames the change from prior-year to current reporting
- What broad testing and product categories are affected by the update
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing specialists
- Compliance staff
- Revenue cycle professionals
- Transfusion service administrators
Codes Discussed
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