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Bronchospasm Evaluation

Published on Thu Mar 01, 2001

Question: When should I report 94060?

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Answer: Code 94060 (bronchospasm evaluation: spirometry as in 94010, before and after bronchodilator [aerosol or parenteral]) specifically requires the use of a bronchodilator such as albuterol. The documentation would show a spirometry taken prior to administration of the bronchodilator, administration of the bronchodilator and then a postadministration spirometry. The physician is comparing the two readings and making a treatment decision based on the noted differences.
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