E/M Coding Alert - 2013 Issue 31
Reader Question: Know When Modifiers Apply to Spirometry
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Article Overview
This article answers a reader question about spirometry coding in pulmonology. It covers what the test generally includes, what documentation supports the service, and how reporting differs when the physician provides only the professional interpretation in a facility-based scenario. The discussion is aimed at coders and billing staff who need to distinguish the service components and understand the related CPT reporting concepts.
Why This Topic Matters
Accurate spirometry reporting depends on documenting the test output and separating professional and technical components correctly. This article helps coders recognize the general documentation needed and the type of modifier-based reporting discussed for these situations.
What You Will Learn
- What spirometry generally includes in the context of pulmonology testing
- What documentation is typically associated with a spirometry service
- How professional and technical components are discussed for facility-based diagnostic testing
- How a reader question format addresses common spirometry reporting concerns
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Pulmonology practice staff
- Revenue cycle professionals
Codes Discussed
Modifiers Discussed
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