tci Part B Insider - 2008 Issue 45

Part B Coding Coach: Master Microscope Codes to Bring a Possible $200 Boost to Your Reimbursement

Make proper use of +69990, 92504 to avoid rejection.Your physician has invested training time and money in her telescope or binocular microscope, and it's no surprise she wants reimbursement when she uses it. But when can you separately code operating microscope use? Know the rules and the exceptions to get the dollars you deserve and to stay out of the auditors' field of vision. Our experts break it down for you.Check for 'With Microscope' Code FirstNumerous CPT codes provide for the use of an operating microscopeor telescope. Frequently, separate codes describe similar surgeries performed with and without...

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