AMA CPT® Assistant - 1996 Issue 3 (March)
Medicine/Ophthalmology, 92015 (Q&A) (March 1996)
March 1996 page 11d Coding Consultation Medicine/Ophthalmology, 92015 (Q&A) Question Is refraction included in a comprehensive ophthalmology service? AMA Comment The intent of CPT is clear. The determination of the refractive state is listed as a separate code, 92015 , which is not included in the definition of a comprehensive ophthalmological service. Determination of refractive state was removed from the definition of comprehensive ophthalmolgical services in 1992. Medicine/Ophthalmology, 92015 (Q&A). CPT® Assistant. 1996; March 1996 page 11d ...
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Article Overview
This brief AMA CPT Assistant Q&A from March 1996 addresses ophthalmology coding guidance and the relationship between refraction and comprehensive ophthalmological services. It is relevant to coders, ophthalmology practices, and compliance staff reviewing CPT-based medicine/ophthalmology reporting questions.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps readers understand the scope of an ophthalmology-related CPT coding question discussed by the AMA, which can affect how services are categorized and reviewed in practice.
What You Will Learn
- The article’s coding topic and clinical specialty focus
- That the piece is a question-and-answer discussion from CPT Assistant
- How the article frames an ophthalmology coding clarification issue
- The historical context of the March 1996 guidance
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Ophthalmology billing staff
- Compliance professionals
- Physician practices
- Coding educators
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