Surgery: Hemic and Lymphatic Systems (Q&A) (June 2013)

June 2013 page 13c Surgery: Hemic and Lymphatic Systems Question: When is it appropriate to use code 38242 , Allogenic lymphocyte infusions versus code 38243 , HPC [hematopoietic progenator cell] boost? Answer: Code 38242 , Allogeneic lymphocyte infusions, (also known as donor lymphocyte infusions [DLI]) is administered post-allograft to treat a relapse in stem cell transplantation, infection, or post-transplant lymphoproliferative syndrome. DLI is a cell product from the original HPC donor. Cell dosing is based on the T-lymphocyte [Cd2 or CD3 or other T-lymphocyte subset] number. Code 38243 , HPC boost, is a cell product from the original allogeneic HPC donor (ie, additional...

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This short June 2013 CPT Assistant Q&A addresses a hemic and lymphatic systems coding topic related to stem cell transplantation support services. It is intended for coding professionals who need to understand the general context and reporting distinctions discussed in the article. The content centers on a pair of CPT codes and explains the clinical situations and transplant-related concepts considered in the discussion.

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