99000

HI i was just wondering where in the CPT® book i would find this code? For handling? Is is listed. Thank you so much.

Jun 1st, 2011 -

re: 99000

99000 is located under Miscellaneous Services in the Section of Special Services, Procedures and Reports. In the CPT® professional book, it is on page 514. The definition is: Handling and/or conveyance of specimen for transfer from the physician's office to a laboratory.

Carole

Jun 1st, 2011 - ruthie72 13

re: 99000

thank you so much Carol and do you know if you have to use this every time there is a test such as a pap smeer?

Jun 2nd, 2011 -

re: 99000

Medicare doesn't pay for this CPT® - look it up on your CMS 2011 Physician's Fee Schedule. Some of the commercial providers may, although they quite often follow CMS regs. CMS considers the collection of the specimine part of the office visit. Check with your commercial payors or, try billing it and see if it flies.

Carole

Jun 2nd, 2011 - ruthie72 13

re: 99000

Thank you Carol that is what i thought as well, and then i saw a 15 dollar charge for it on a bill. hmmm THanks so much!