I was always under the impression that it is only appropriate to use Z32.01 when the pregnancy test is performed in the office. I have a new practice that uses this diagnosis when the patient performs the test outside of the practice. Please advise as to what scenario is correct or if they are both correct.
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Wiki Diagnosis Z32.01
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lgardner
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I do not code OB/GYN, so perhaps I am mistaken, but-
Z32.01 is for the encounter for the pregnancy test. it should only be used when the test is being performed at the time of service.
Are you coding for the OB/GYN or for a different provider?
if you are NOT coding for the OB, Z33.1 - pregnant state, incidental, may be appropriate.
Z32.01 is for the encounter for the pregnancy test. it should only be used when the test is being performed at the time of service.
Are you coding for the OB/GYN or for a different provider?
if you are NOT coding for the OB, Z33.1 - pregnant state, incidental, may be appropriate.
That is how I have always used it in the past. If the pregnancy test is performed in the office, result positive, then I would code Z32.01. However, I have a new practice that is doing telehealth visits with that diagnosis as primary and the patient is the one that has done the pregnancy test. So, it threw up a red flag for me.
