What is procedure code 76512?

By contrast, CPT code 76512 reads: Ophthalmic ultrasound, diagnostic; B-scan (with or without superimposed nonquantitative A-scan). This code does not specify “unilateral or bilateral,” and it is paid according to the indicator in the MPFSDB.

What is the CPT code 99213 describe?

CPT® code 99213: Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes. As the authority on the CPT® code set, the AMA is providing the top-searched codes to help remove obstacles and burdens that interfere with patient care.

Is CPT code 76512 bilateral?

76512 is a Bilateral code. You should not bill with an LT or RT.

What modifier is used for 99213?

If the circumstance calls for a Level 3 established patient visit (CPT code 99213) to be billed with psychological testing (such as CPT code 96101), modifier 59 would be appended to the testing code.

What is ophthalmic ultrasound?

Ophthalmic ultrasonography uses high-frequency sound waves, which are transmitted from a probe into the eye. As the sound waves strike intraocular structures, they are reflected back to the probe and converted into an electric signal.

Does Medicare accept eyelid modifiers?

Medicare has developed separate modifiers to report services performed on the upper and lower eyelid of each eye. Some examples of procedures that would require these modifiers would be trichiasis epilation; repair of blepharoptosis; excision and repair of eyelid or reconstruction of eyelid; and removal of lesions.

When should I use 99213?

CPT Code 99213 can be utilized for a mid-level outpatient or inpatient office visit. CPT Code 99213 is a level three code that should be used for an established patient. It cannot be used with a new patient who has no history.

Is corneal topography covered by Medicare?

Corneal topography is not bundled by Medicare with either eye exams or other tests. Additionally, according to CPT instructions, corneal topography is not to be reported in conjunction with corneal transplant (65710-54755).

Why would you need an eye ultrasound?

Why the Test is Performed. You may need this test if you have cataracts or other eye problems. An A-scan ultrasound measures the eye to determine the right power of a lens implant before cataract surgery . A B-scan is done to look at the inside part of the eye or the space behind the eye that cannot be seen directly.

What two types of eye scans are there?

How the procedure works. There are two parts to an eye and orbit ultrasound. The A-scan ultrasound takes measurements of your eye. The B-scan allows the doctor to see the structures in the back of your eye.