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Ronilynn

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At our office we bill 92552 for the hearing test with our Well exams. Recently it has come to our attention that code 92551 may be more appropriate. Just wondering what other peds offices are using and why? Any input is greatly appreciated. Thank you!
 
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Hi,

Code 92552 is a test for the lowest threshold at which a patient can hear. It involves testing at a range of frequencies until the patient doesn't hear a signal and then increasing the frequency until the patient hears the signal (repeated 2 or 3 times to verify accuracy and provides a graphic result of the frequency and intensity at which the patient hears the signal. Audiologists may also perform air and bone (92553) testing but this is not typical in primary care practices. Code 92551 involves testing within the range of human speech with a pass or refer for additional testing result (no determination of frequency and intensity at which the patient hears).

I hope this helps.
Cindy
 
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