When is it appropriate to report CPT code 99173, screening test of visual acuity, quantitative, bilateral?
CPT code 99173 is only reported with well-child care or sick-child visits not directly related to eye complaints or injuries.How would I code the following situation? AP, Lateral and Sunrise Views of the Left Knee and an Upright PA of both knees was obtained today. Comparison Views: There were no comparison views. Findings: The x-rays show moderate osteoarthritis of the left knee, primarily lateral compartment, with loss of joint space on weight-bearing view. Chondrocalcinosis is present. The right knee components appear stable. Impression: Left knee moderate osteoarthritis. Left knee chondrocalcinosis. Stable right total knee arthroplasty.The first CPT code is 73565 no modifier; the second, based upon the documentation above, is 73562 LT-59, as this is bundled into the first code and has to be overridden with the 59.
CPT code 99173 is only reported with well-child care or sick-child visits not directly related to eye complaints or injuries. How would I code the following situation? AP, Lateral and Sunrise Views of the Left Knee and an Upright PA of both knees was obtained today. Comparison Views: There were no comparison views. Findings: The x-rays show moderate osteoarthritis of the left knee, primarily lateral compartment, with loss of joint space on weight-bearing view. Chondrocalcinosis is present. The right knee components appear stable. Impression: Left knee moderate osteoarthritis. Left knee chondrocalcinosis. Stable right total knee arthroplasty. The first CPT code is 73565 no modifier; the second, based upon the documentation above, is 73562 LT-59, as this is bundled into the first code and has to be overridden with the 59.
