Pathology and Laboratory (June 2002)

June 2002 page 11a Coding Consultation Pathology and Laboratory, 88311-88313 (Q&A) Question If special stains are used for the examination of a nonsurgical pathology specimen, can codes 88312 and 88313 be reported? The code descriptor states that these codes are to be reported in addition to codes for surgical pathology examinations. Are codes 88311-88313 to be used only with codes 88300-88309? AMA Comment Codes 88311, Decalcification procedure (List separately in addition to code for surgical pathology examination), 88312, Special stains (List separately in addition to code for surgical pathology examination); Group I for microorganisms (eg, Gridley, acid fast...

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Article Overview

This article presents pathology and laboratory coding guidance in a question-and-answer format. It focuses on how CPT code families are discussed in relation to special stains, tissue in situ hybridization, cytogenetics, and interpretation/reporting scenarios. It is useful for coders and pathology billing staff who need to understand the scope of the guidance and the code sets involved without reading the full premium text.

Why This Topic Matters

The article helps readers identify which CPT pathology and laboratory code groups are addressed and how the discussion is framed across different testing scenarios. That makes it relevant for coding research, reference checking, and understanding how AMA commentary on these services is presented.

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    A question-and-answer discussion covering pathology and laboratory coding topics. The section addresses several CPT-related scenarios involving special stains, tissue in situ hybridization, and cytogenetics.

What You Will Learn

  • Which pathology and laboratory coding topics are discussed in the article
  • How the article frames questions involving special stains and related pathology services
  • What coding families are referenced in the discussion of tissue in situ hybridization and cytogenetics
  • Which organizations and publication context are associated with the guidance

Who Should Read This

  • Medical coders
  • Pathology billing staff
  • Compliance professionals
  • Revenue cycle teams
  • Coding educators

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Code Ranges Discussed


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