Wiki Code for screening if pt had colonoscopy 3 years ago?

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Can you code for a screening V76.51 if the patient has had a screening 3 years ago or does it have to be 5 years. I am having trouble finding this online anywhere else.

Thanks,

Bob
 
Hi,
I think screening Colonoscopy code V76.51 is same for patient has had a screening 3 years ago or does it have to be 5 years.
There is no change according to the years.......

Regards,
Nalini CPC
 
Check your payer policies for specific time intervals allowed but in general if only dx is
V76.51 screening is not needed for 10 years. If pt has a family or personal history of cancer or polyps then would they need a 3 or 5 year screening, we have trouble getting coverage for pts if we call them back too early with no symptoms.
 
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