AMA CPT® Assistant - 2007 Issue 12 (December)
CPT Coding for Allergy Injections and Allergy Diagnostic Tests (December 2007)
December 2007 page 9a CPT Coding for Allergy Injections and Allergy Diagnostic Tests Allergy Injections Allergy injections are reported using CPT codes 95115 for a single injection and 95117 for two or more injections. These codes describe the administration (injection) of the allergenic extract when the extract provision or preparation of the extract is not included in the code descriptor. They do not include the provision or preparation of the extract. Codes 95115 and 95117 are intended to be reported one time, regardless of the number of injections administered. These services are typically performed by a nurse and do...
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Article Overview
This premium article explains CPT coding topics related to allergy injections and allergy diagnostic tests. It is useful for coders, billers, and clinical staff who work with allergy services and need a clearer understanding of the code categories discussed, the 2008 descriptor update referenced in the article, and the professional guidance mentioned by the source.
Why This Topic Matters
Allergy services often involve coordination between physician and nursing work, and coding practices may change when descriptors or reporting guidance are updated. This article helps readers identify the relevant CPT topics and recognize the organizations and guidance areas involved.
Article Sections
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Allergy Injections
This section covers reporting of allergy injection services under CPT and discusses the general billing context for these services, including the involvement of clinical staff and physician evaluation when present.
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Allergy Diagnostic Tests
This section introduces the CPT allergy testing categories discussed in the article and notes the later update affecting the diagnostic test descriptors and related professional guidance.
What You Will Learn
- The CPT topics covered for allergy injection services
- The CPT topics covered for allergy diagnostic testing
- How the article frames physician and clinical staff involvement in allergy services
- What changed in the allergy diagnostic test descriptors effective January 1, 2008
- Which organizations and guidance sources are referenced in connection with allergy testing
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Allergy and immunology practices
- Clinical documentation staff
- Physician office administrators
Codes Discussed
Modifiers Discussed
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