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Ophthalmology and Optometry Coding Alert

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Know the Rules for Multiple Ocular EMGs

Published on Tue May 15, 2018

Question: Our physician performed needle oculoelectromyography bilaterally and we reported 92265-50 (Needle oculoelectromyography, 1 or more extraocular muscles, 1 or both eyes, with interpretation and report; Bilateral procedure). We did not receive bilateral payment. Should we appeal? Codify Subscriber Answer: No. In this case, the insurer paid you accurately. Because the descriptor for 92265 says "one or both eyes" and [...]
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