E/M Coding Alert - 2015 Issue 2
Reader Question: Code Your Urine Collection With 99000 In Some Instances
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Article Overview
This article answers a practical coding question about specimen collection and handling in an office setting tied to urine drug screening. It explains when a specimen-handling service may be considered and clarifies that a separately reported low-level office visit is not automatically supported by collection alone. The piece is useful for coders, billers, and clinic staff looking for general guidance on lab specimen workflow and reporting considerations.
Why This Topic Matters
Specimen collection and transport workflows can affect how office services are documented and reported. Understanding the general scope of what the article covers helps coding staff avoid mismatched reporting for routine collection activities tied to laboratory testing.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames specimen handling in an office-to-laboratory workflow
- What general factors influence whether specimen-related office services are discussed
- Why routine collection alone is treated differently from separately reported office services
- How the article situates urine drug screening within specimen-processing questions
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Clinic administrators
- Nursing staff
- Physician office staff
Codes Discussed
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