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    Question 87150 & 87798 denials

    We have recently noticed a lot of denials for 87150 when it is included in our pcr panels. We never had an issue before however; I know that Medicare has recently made some changes to how everything is billed. This is how our panels are currently billed; UTI Female - 87563, 87661, 87481...
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    Wiki Chief complaints: "URI" / "Flu-like symptoms"

    One patient comes in with cc of URI. Another one comes in with cc of "flu like symptoms". Detailed and/or comprehensive History and Exams are performed. We have some EDMD's who feel that if chest x-ray is performed and Rx given, either is a level 4 (and especially if influenza test is also...
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