Wiki z51.12

[tscanla16]

I would like clarification on when to use z51.12. Is it appropriate to use this code for patients receiving immunotherapy for conditions such as hypogammaglobulinemia, common variable immunodeficiency, or sarcoidosis?

 

[rachaelwilleford]

CPT definition is encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy. Therefore you would use it when the immunotherapy is being given for a neoplastic indication.

 

[tscanla16]

Thank you. That is how I understand the code as well. I saw this code being used for the other conditions I listed before and I thought that was incorrect. I appreciate your explanation.