HCPro, JustCoding Outpatient - 2020 Issue 16 (April)
Healthcare News: AMA releases new CPT lab codes for detection of COVID-19 antibodies
April 21st, 2020
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Article Overview
This article covers the American Medical Association’s release of two new CPT laboratory codes for COVID-19 antibody blood testing, along with a related CPT Assistant update and FAQ context. It is intended for coders, billing staff, and providers who need to understand the scope of the new guidance, the general distinctions between antibody testing methods, and the need to confirm payer readiness. The article also references an existing COVID-19 laboratory CPT code for comparison.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps coding and billing professionals recognize that new AMA guidance was issued for COVID-19 antibody testing and that payer systems may need time to update. The article is relevant for anyone tracking COVID-19-related lab coding changes.
What You Will Learn
- What prompted the AMA to issue new CPT guidance for COVID-19 antibody testing
- How the article frames the relationship between the new antibody testing codes and existing COVID-19 laboratory coding
- What general implementation considerations are mentioned for providers and payers
- What type of AMA reference material accompanied the new code release
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Revenue cycle teams
- Clinical providers
- Laboratory professionals
Codes Discussed
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