Part B Coding Coach: 6 Shots At Infusion Coding Success in 2006

Why This Topic Matters

The article helps readers understand a significant reorganization of drug administration coding that affects claim preparation and code selection for infusion and injection services. It is especially relevant for practices that bill infusion, hydration, and chemotherapy-related services under CPT.

Article Sections

1. Step 1. Say good-bye to chemo G codes

   Introduces the transition from prior chemotherapy administration reporting to the CPT 2006 structure. It also notes related clarification points within the updated guidance.

2. Step 2. Use separate codes to report hydration therapy

   Covers the new hydration-oriented reporting structure and discusses how hydration services are distinguished from other infusion services in CPT 2006.

3. Step 3. Expand your definition of chemo administration codes

   Describes the broadened scope of chemotherapy administration reporting under CPT 2006 and the general types of substances and providers addressed.

4. Step 4. Make the change to sequential and concurrent infusion codes

   Summarizes the addition of sequential and concurrent infusion-related reporting categories and notes the updated treatment of related administration scenarios.