Does the measurement of total body composition/fat mass, known as "air displacement plethysmography" meet the criteria for reporting CPT code 93720 (DELETED IN 2012)? The procedure is performed by entering the patient's height, age, and gender into the analyzer and having the patient step on a scale. The scale/analyzer measures body mass index, basal metabolic rate, impedance, fat percentage, fat mass, fat free mass, total body water, and desirable range and provides a printout. ...
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Article Overview
This short coding guidance article discusses a question about air displacement plethysmography, a body composition/fat mass measurement service, and whether it fits the reporting criteria for a specific CPT plethysmography code that was deleted in 2012. It is intended for coding and billing professionals who need to understand the scope of the service, the surrounding evaluation and management context, and how the article characterizes its appropriateness for reporting.
Why This Topic Matters
Body composition and related measurement services can be confused with other diagnostic procedures in coding workflows. This article helps readers understand the coding context and the type of service distinction involved so they can assess whether the topic applies to their documentation and billing review.
What You Will Learn
- What the article is asking about the body composition measurement service
- The general coding context surrounding a deleted CPT plethysmography code
- How the article frames the relationship between the service and an evaluation and management visit
- The type of information needed to evaluate relevance for billing and coding review
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Billing specialists
- Compliance staff
- Clinical documentation reviewers
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