Medicine, Special Ophthalmological Services, 92135 (Q&A) (April 1999)

April 1999 page 10c Coding Consultation Medicine, Special Ophthalmological Services, 92135 (Q&A) Question Our office performs fundus photography examinations using a scanning laser which produces a fundus photograph. Is it appropriate to report CPT code 92135 for this method of examination of the fundus ? AMA Comment CPT code 92135, Scanning computerized ophthalmic diagnostic imaging (eg, scanning laser) with interpretation and report, unilateral, is intended to report a method of objective measurement involving a quantitative determination of the thickness of the retinal nerve fiber layer and computer analysis of the data with the final results of creation of a...

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Article Overview

This short CPT Q&A article explains a coding question from ophthalmology involving scanning laser fundus imaging and related diagnostic photography. It is aimed at medical coders and billing staff who work with ophthalmic diagnostic services and need to understand how the article distinguishes among similar CPT ophthalmology procedures. The discussion is narrowly focused on service characterization and the proper reporting context for the imaging methods discussed.

Why This Topic Matters

Ophthalmic imaging services can be easy to misclassify when technologies and documentation look similar. This article helps readers identify the relevant CPT ophthalmology service family covered by the question and the type of guidance the AMA provided in response.

What You Will Learn

  • How the article frames a coding question involving ophthalmic imaging
  • Which ophthalmology service category the discussion falls under
  • What general type of distinction the AMA comment addresses between imaging services and diagnostic measurement services
  • How the article presents guidance relevant to reporting ophthalmic diagnostic imaging

Who Should Read This

  • Medical coders
  • Outpatient billing staff
  • Ophthalmology practices
  • Compliance teams
  • Revenue cycle professionals

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