Pathology and Laboratory (May 2004)

May 2004 page 16 Coding Consultation:Questions and Answers Pathology and Labarotory, 89250-89356 (Q&A) Question Do the codes in the Reproductive Medicine Section (89250-89356) apply only to female patients? AMA Comment In general, procedures involving the oocyte or embryo are coded for the female partner, whereas those directly involving sperm alone are coded for the male partner. Alternatively, all of these procedures (89250- 89356) may be applied to the female. Pathology and Laboratory (May 2004). CPT® Assistant. 2004; May 2004 page 16 ...

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This May 2004 CPT Assistant Q&A addresses a pathology and laboratory topic within the reproductive medicine portion of CPT. It is intended for coders and billers who need a high-level understanding of how the article frames the scope of a code range and the kind of guidance discussed, without replacing the full source text.

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    A brief Q&A format focused on a pathology and laboratory reproductive medicine topic and the scope of the cited CPT range.

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  • Revenue cycle staff
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