AMA CPT® Assistant - 2010 Issue 11 (November)
Pathology and Laboratory: Chemistry (Q&A) (November 2010)
November 2010 page 10 Pathology and Laboratory: Chemistry Question: What is the appropriate CPT code to report when performing bedside glucose by fingerstick using a reagent strip on a device that is waived, but is not for home use? Answer: It is appropriate to report code 82962 , Glucose, blood by glucose monitoring device(s) cleared by the FDA specifically for home use , when the glucose monitoring device designed for home use is used in the physician’s office or in a clinical setting to test blood glucose. As stated in the code descriptor, the device must be cleared by the...
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Article Overview
This article is a brief CPT-focused pathology and laboratory Q&A from November 2010. It addresses bedside glucose testing performed with a fingerstick and a reagent strip on a waived device, and it discusses how the article distinguishes between related blood glucose testing methods used in office or clinic settings. The content is intended for coders, billers, and clinical laboratory staff who need to align documentation with the correct CPT procedure category.
Why This Topic Matters
Blood glucose testing is common in many care settings, and selecting the appropriate CPT category depends on the testing method and device context. This article helps readers understand the scope of the relevant laboratory chemistry guidance without exposing the premium coding details.
Article Sections
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November 2010 page 10
Introduces the publication context and the pathology and laboratory chemistry topic area addressed by the Q&A.
What You Will Learn
- The general CPT framework discussed for bedside glucose testing
- How the article frames glucose testing performed with portable or reagent-strip methods
- The documentation and setting considerations highlighted for laboratory chemistry reporting
- The distinction between related glucose testing approaches covered in the Q&A
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Pathology and laboratory personnel
- Clinical laboratory managers
- Compliance staff
Codes Discussed
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