Wiki Screening Codes

[AmandaM2153]

Hey All --

So I have a provider that has done a HepC test because of CDC guidelines. What should I choose? Just a regular old screening code???

 

[hewitt]

Which CPT(s) are you thinking about using? Was the Hep C test performed as a result of a physical examination?

 

[AmandaM2153]

No it was not done with a routine physical. And as for the code, I really couldn't find anything that was specific for it and came across V78.8... would that be an ok code to use?

 

[hewitt]

I'm assuming then that you only need the ICD-9 code? Person only came in for a prophylactic vaccination? CPTs to consider 86803, 86804. Exposure suspected? If so, under what conditions? Should consider ICD-9 V01.79. These are only options. We need a more complete picture before we can give you better codes.

 

[AmandaM2153]

From the doctor there is no bigger picture. I have a big problem getting the providers to be detailed. I sent the provider a message asking exactly what you said, if she was screening because of exposure, etc and she replied "it is a screening per cdc guidelines, as stated in note" -- but all she put in her note was, "lab ordered for hyperlipidemia, and will do screening for hepatitis c also."

 

[hewitt]

Then I think all the codes I suggested may not apply. Here is the CDC link http://www.cdc.gov/features/HepatitisCTesting/index.html Good luck.