CPT^® 88291, Under Cytogenetic Studies

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 88291 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Cytogenetic Studies.

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A qualified provider, typically a pathologist, submits an interpretation and report of cytogenetic and molecular cytogenetic testing commonly performed by lab analysts.

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Molecular Pathology - Genetics Testing

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Molecular Cytogenetics

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Pathology Coding

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CPT Code 88291

[b]88291 with 90 modifier[/b] Has anyone had success billing Medicare for 88291 w/90 modifier? We're having a difficult time finding guidance. I am in So California, Noridian Jurisdiction E.... [ Read More ]

88291

We are billing 88291 with a 90 modifier because the CYG test are send outs. Medicare is rejecting this code for missing/invalid modifier. Any thoughts?... [ Read More ]

CPT Code 88291

[b]88291[/b] We are billing 88291 with a 90 modifier because the CYG test are send outs. Medicare is rejecting this code for missing/invalid modifier. Any thoughts?... [ Read More ]

CPT Code 88291

[b]Cpt 88291[/b] Cytogenetic Interpretation, 88291 is still a valid CPT. Only 83912 has been replaced with G0452. You should continue to bill 88291 for Interpretation of Cytogenetic tests. ;)... [ Read More ]

88291 and AETNA

Has anyone had any luck getting the 88291 paid by AETNA when billed on same DOS as a flow (88187-88189). they keep saying they are related but in fact the 88291 is for interp of a genetic test, while... [ Read More ]

CPT Code 88291

[b]CPT code 88291[/b] As of 12/31/2012 CPT code 88291 was discontinued and replaced w/ G0452, which is to be used for the interp and report only. You will find this information here Pathology Changes... [ Read More ]

CPT Code 88291

Good day everyone! If someone out there could please let me know if this Cytogenetics and molecular cytogenetics, interpretation and report has to be signed only by a physician or can a Ph.D. sign on... [ Read More ]

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