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Learn How to Assign R97.20 for Elevated PSA Values

Published on Wed Nov 19, 2025

Question: A 55-year-old patient presented to the urologist for a prostate specific antigen (PSA) screening. The urologist reviewed the results and documented, “elevated PSA level compared to the last screening,” and wanted to repeat the PSA test in six months. Is this enough information to warrant using R97.20 on the claim? South Dakota Subscriber Answer: You can assign R97.20 (Elevated [...]
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