AMA CPT® Assistant - 2010 Issue 2 (February)
Coding Correction (February 2010)
February 2010 page 13-end Coding Correction In the CPT Assistant (December 2009), the answer regarding continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and reporting of real-time monitoring when the patient owns the device, in “Commonly Asked Questions” is retracted. The article incorrectly indicated that Modifier 52 should be appended to CPT code 95250 , Ambulatory continuous glucose monitoring of interstitial tissue fluid via a subcutaneous sensor for a minimum of 72 hours; sensor placement, hook-up, calibration of monitor, patient training, removal of sensor, and printout of recording . Instead, coders and billers should check with their local insurance carriers to determine how personal...
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Article Overview
This article is a brief coding correction notice focused on a previously published CPT Assistant question about continuous glucose monitoring. It is relevant to medical coders, billers, and reimbursement staff who track CPT guidance and payer-specific reporting policies for monitoring services. The article explains that a prior statement was retracted and points readers to carrier-specific review for coverage and reporting variation.
Why This Topic Matters
It alerts readers that prior published guidance should not be relied on as stated and that reporting practices may differ by payer. That makes it important for avoiding outdated or inconsistent coding workflows.
Article Sections
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February 2010 page 13-end
A short correction notice referencing a prior CPT Assistant discussion and its related coding guidance. It addresses a retraction and the need to verify reporting approaches with payers.
What You Will Learn
- That this notice corrects a previously published coding answer
- That the topic involves continuous glucose monitoring reporting
- That payer-specific guidance may be relevant to reporting and coverage
- That the article is a correction rather than a full instructional review
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Medical billers
- Revenue cycle staff
- Compliance staff
- Clinical practice administrators
Codes Discussed
Modifiers Discussed
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