Ophthalmology and Optometry Coding Alert

Supply codes, tech assistance, and host of other options help you report more accurate claims.Getting insurance claims paid for prescriptive medical devices such as contact lenses can be tricky. Insurance carriers aren't quick to reimburse for these, but by avoiding a few common errors, your contact lens claims stand a better chance of reaping rewards. Here is a quick guide to help you avoid the pitfalls that you may encounter when filing a contact lens claim.1. Home In on Codes for Lens and FittingWhen an ophthalmologist, rather than a technician, provides contact lens prescription and fitting, you should choose from the following codes, says David Gibson, OD, FAAO, a practicing optometrist in Lubbock, Texas:92310 -- Prescription of optical and physical characteristics of and fitting of contact lens, with medical supervision of adaptation; corneal lens, both eyes, except for aphakia92311 -- ... corneal lens for aphakia, one eye92312 -- ... corneal lens for aphakia, [...]