CPT^® 92552, Under Audiologic Function Tests

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 92552 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Audiologic Function Tests.

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The provider assesses a patient’s hearing with a series of tones at varying intensities to identify the lowest threshold at which the patient can hear.

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CPT 92552

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Modifier 25 help please

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92552/92551

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