Optometry Coding & Billing Alert
A Map for Reporting Topography
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Question: How should we correctly bill topography? We used 92499 (Unlisted ophthalmological service or procedure) and sent a copy of the test along with the claim. Insurance carriers and Medicare just won't pay. Answer: When reporting 92499, make sure that you have corneal topography typed into the comments area or Box 19 on your claim form and send a description with the claim. For non-Medicare payers, you may try using HCPCS code S0820 (Computerized corneal topography, unilateral) for this procedure.
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Just keep in mind that all payers are not required to recognize HCPCS codes, and there is a plan eventually to phase out the use of HCPCS codes. Make sure you use the appropriate ICD-9 codes in order to get paid when billing topography.
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