Wiki Transcutaneous Bilirubin 88720

[neecen]

Can anyone tell me if this is billable and reimbursable in an office setting as part of preventive care?

Thank you!

 

[MLH]

Yes, it is billable if there is medical necessity. Part of a well baby visit includes a color check. Typically, MDs only do this if there was a bilirubin level on a previous visit that they want to monitor. Or, if it is a first visit and baby looks jaundice.

 

[neecen]

Yes, it is billable if there is medical necessity. Part of a well baby visit includes a color check. Typically, MDs only do this if there was a bilirubin level on a previous visit that they want to monitor. Or, if it is a first visit and baby looks jaundice.

Thank you!

 

[JVILLAS]

Thank you!

What if MD does a transcutaneous check for bili but forgot to document the results in chart can we still bill the CPT 88720?