Hello all,
We recently added a new Surgical Pathology source for specimens obtained via EMR to be CPT 88309. Per Paget given the correct circumstances and final diagnosis this is warranted because this specimen can represent (in smaller tissue amounts) a resection.
I am being asked now about specimens obtained using the TAMIS (TEM) procedure. While Paget does not specifically include these specimens in the handbook, I can see how this can be a similar situation.
I am wondering about others thoughts and impressions. I can see how this could become an auditing nightmare if not closely monitored.
Thank you for your help,
Laura Lattanzio
We recently added a new Surgical Pathology source for specimens obtained via EMR to be CPT 88309. Per Paget given the correct circumstances and final diagnosis this is warranted because this specimen can represent (in smaller tissue amounts) a resection.
I am being asked now about specimens obtained using the TAMIS (TEM) procedure. While Paget does not specifically include these specimens in the handbook, I can see how this can be a similar situation.
I am wondering about others thoughts and impressions. I can see how this could become an auditing nightmare if not closely monitored.
Thank you for your help,
Laura Lattanzio