Medicine: Special Otorhinolaryngologic Services (Q&A) (September 2015)

September 2015 page 12f Medicine: Special Otorhinolaryngologic Services Question: Which code should be reported for saccadic eye movement testing with recording? Answer: Currently, there is no specific CPT code for saccadic eye movement testing with recording. CPT code 92700 , Unlisted otorhinolaryngological service or procedure, should be reported. When reporting an unlisted code to describe a procedure or service, it is necessary to submit supporting documentation (eg, procedure report) along with the claim to provide an adequate description of the nature, extent, and need for the procedure, and the time, effort, and equipment necessary to provide the service.♦ Medicine:...

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This short CPT Assistant Q&A article covers a coding question in the otorhinolaryngology section of CPT and explains the general reporting approach when no specific CPT code is available for a described service. It is useful for coders, billers, and compliance staff who work with ENT and related specialty services and need to understand the scope of the guidance discussed in the article.

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  1. September 2015 page 12f

    A short Q&A focused on a special otorhinolaryngologic service question. The section addresses the general coding context for a service discussed in the article.

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  • The general documentation context associated with unlisted service reporting
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  • Compliance personnel
  • ENT specialty practices

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