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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND
HUMAN SERVICES
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid
Services
42 CFR Parts 410, 414, 415, 421, 423,
425, 486, and 495
[CMS–1590–CN]
RIN 0938–AR11
Medicare Program; Revisions to
Payment Policies Under the Physician
Fee Schedule, DME Face-to-Face
Encounters, Elimination of the
Requirement for Termination of NonRandom Prepayment Complex Medical
Review and Other Revisions to Part B
for CY 2013
Centers for Medicare &
Medicaid Services (CMS), HHS.
ACTION: Correction of final rule with
comment period.
AGENCY:
This document corrects
technical errors that appeared in the
final rule with comment period
published in the Federal Register on
November 16, 2012, entitled ‘‘Medicare
Program; Revisions to Payment Policies
Under the Physician Fee Schedule, DME
Face-to-Face Encounters, Elimination of
the Requirement for Termination of
Non-Random Prepayment Complex
Medical Review and Other Revisions to
Part B for CY 2013.’’
DATES: The correcting document is
effective August 12, 2013 and is
applicable beginning January 1, 2013.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Elliott Isaac, (410) 786–4735.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
SUMMARY:
I. Background
In FR Doc. 2012–26900 of November
16, 2012 (77 FR 68892 through 69373),
there were a number of technical errors
that are identified and corrected in the
Correction of Errors section below.
These corrections are effective January
1, 2013. We note that the Addenda A
through H for the CY 2013 PFS final
rule with comment period as corrected
in this correction notice are available on
the CMS Web site at www.cms.gov//
PhysicianFeeSched/.
II. Summary of Errors
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A. Summary of Errors in the Preamble
On pages 68904 through 68906, in
Table 3: Calculation of PE RVUs under
Methodology for Selected Codes, the PE
RVUs listed in the table are incorrect.
On page 68907, in our discussion of
the changes to direct PE inputs for
specific services, we made a
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typographical error in identifying the
calendar years.
On page 68957, in our discussion of
Medicare telehealth services, we
inadvertently omitted a discussion of
psychotherapy services.
On page 68958, in our discussion of
therapy services, we inadvertently
omitted language regarding the claimsbased data collection strategy for
therapy services.
On page 68965, we inadvertently
omitted language in our discussion on
non-payable G-codes on beneficiary
functional status.
On page 68966, we inadvertently
included language.
On pages 68967 and 68968, we
inadvertently made errors in the
descriptors for G-codes in Table 21: GCodes for Claims-Based Functional
Reporting for CY 2013.
On page 69033, we inadvertently
omitted a code-specific direct PE input.
On pages 69042 and 69043, in our
discussion of the global period for CPT
code 22586, we made a typographical
error in the code descriptor.
On page 69051,
a. We inadvertently used the wrong
descriptor for CPT 36221.
b. We inadvertently omitted two
paragraphs regarding our treatment of
CPT codes 37197 and 37214.
On pages 69071 through 69073, we
made clerical errors in table references.
On page 69074, in our discussion of
pricing supply and equipment items, we
inadvertently omitted a paragraph
detailing the items for which we did not
receive adequate information and
therefore could not price them for the
interim final values in the CY 2013 rule.
On pages 69077 through 69128, we
made numerous typographical errors
and technical errors in Table 74: CPT
Codes with Refined direct PE
Recommendations for CY 2013 Interim
Codes and therefore are correcting the
table.
On page 69138, we made
typographical errors in the CY 2013 PFS
conversion factor (CF).
On page 69138, we made
typographical errors in the CY 2013 PFS
CF in Table 87: Calculation of the CY
2013 PFS CF.
On page 69139, in Table 88:
Calculation of the CY 2013 Anesthesia
CF, we inadvertently listed the incorrect
anesthesia CF.
On page 69145, we inadvertently
referred to ‘‘physician’s order’’ instead
of ‘‘valid prescription.’’
On page 69212, due to a typographical
error, the title of PQRS Measure 190
referred to in the comment bullet was
not correct.
On pages 69215 through 69267, the
notes after Table 95: Individual Quality
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Measures for the Physician Quality
Reporting System Proposed to be
Available for Reporting via Claims,
Registry, EHR, or GRPO Web Interface
Beginning in 2013 or 2014* were
inadvertently omitted.
On page 69237, in Table 95:
Individual Quality Measures for the
Physician Quality Reporting System
Proposed to be Available for Reporting
via Claims, Registry, EHR, or GRPO Web
Interface Beginning in 2013 or 2014*,
due to a typographical error, Measures
#189 and 190 were incorrectly listed as
available for reporting under PQRS.
On page 69269, in Table 96: PQRS
Quality Measures Available for
Reporting for Group Practices Using the
GPRO Web Interface for 2013 and
Beyond, due to a typographical error,
the description of the measure
‘‘Medication Reconciliation’’ is
incorrect.
On page 69277, in Table 108: HIV/
AIDS Measures Group, due to a clerical
error, there are measures listed that have
lost their NQF endorsement and are
therefore no longer being maintained by
the respective measure owner.
On page 69300, due to a clerical error,
we stated the deadlines for requesting
an informal review for the 2012 and
2013 eRx incentives incorrectly. The
regulation at § 414.92(g) correctly states
that eligible professionals and group
practices must submit an informal
review request for the 2012 and 2013
incentives within 90 days of the release
of the feedback reports. The preamble
does not reflect this same regulation
text. Therefore, we are revising the
preamble to reflect the regulation text at
§ 414.92(g).
On pages 69344 through 69345, in
Table 134: CY 2013 PFS Final Rule with
Comment Period Estimated Impact on
Total Allowed Charges by Specialty,
due to technical errors in the
calculations of the impacts, there were
errors in the total estimated impacts and
the estimated impacts for the following
specialties: 01—ALLERGY/
IMMUNOLOGY, 02—
ANESTHESIOLOGY, 10—FAMILY
PRACTICE, 13—GENERAL SURGERY,
18—INTERNAL MEDICINE, 19—
INTERVENTIONAL PAIN
MANAGEMENT, 21—
MULTISPECIALTY CLINIC/OTHER
PHY, 34—PLASTIC SURGERY, 41—
UROLOGY, 49—NURSE ANES/ANES
ASST.
On page 69345, at the end of Table
134: CY 2013 PFS Final Rule with
Comment Period Estimated Impact on
Total Allowed Charges by Specialty, we
made clerical errors in the first footnote.
On pages 69347 through 69348, in
Table 135: CY 2013 PFS Final Rule with
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Comment Period Estimated Impact on
Total Allowed Charges by Specialty by
Selected Policy, due to technical errors
in calculations of the impacts, there
were errors in the estimates of the total
impact and on the impact for the
following specialties: 01—ALLERGY/
IMMUNOLOGY, 02—
ANESTHESIOLOGY, 13—GENERAL
SURGERY, 18—INTERNAL MEDICINE,
19—INTERVENTIONAL PAIN
MANAGEMENT, 21—
MULTISPECIALTY CLINIC/OTHER
PHY, 41—UROLOGY, 49—NURSE
ANES/ANES ASST.
On page 69348, at the end of Table
135: CY 2013 PFS Final Rule with
Comment Period Estimated Impact on
Total Allowed Charges by Specialty by
Selected Policy, we made a clerical error
in the first footnote.
On page 69350 through 69351, in
Table 136: Impact of Final Rule with
Comment Period on CY 2013 Payment
for Selected Procedures, we made
technical errors in the calculation of the
impacts.
On page 69351, in footnotes 3 and 4
at the end of Table 136: Impact of Final
Rule with Comment Period on CY 2013
Payment for Selected Procedures, we
inadvertently listed the incorrect 2012
conversion factor.
B. Summary and Correction of Errors in
the Addenda on the CMS Web site
Technical errors in the creation of the
direct practice expense database
resulted in incorrect direct PE inputs for
CPT codes: 11307, 11313, 13100, 13101,
13102, 13120, 13121, 13122, 13131,
13132, 13133, 13150, 13151, 13152,
31231, 32554, 32555, 32556, 32557,
35475, 35476, 36221, 36222, 36223,
36224, 36225, 36226, 37197, 52224,
64612, 65800, 72040, 72050, 72052,
72069, 72193, 72194, 74160, 74170,
74177, 74178, 76872, 77301, 92081,
92082, 92083, 92235, 92286, 93925,
93970, 95010, 95015, 95017, 95018,
95782, 95783, and 97150. As a result of
these errors, the budget neutrality
adjustment used in calculating PE RVUs
was incorrect, resulting in incorrect
values for other PE RVUs in Addenda B
and C. These errors are corrected in the
revised Direct PE Input Database
available on the CMS Web site at
www.cms.gov//PhysicianFeeSched/.
Resulting changes to PE RVUs are
reflected in the corrected Addenda B
and C posted on the CMS Web site at
www.cms.gov//PhysicianFeeSched/.
Due to a technical error, although the
physician time records for CPT codes
22841, 51798, 95990, 96913, and 97602
were properly removed from the
physician time file per final policy
discussed in the CY 2013 final rule with
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time records were inadvertently used in
the creation of the PE RVUs. This
technical error is corrected in the
revised CY 2013 Addendum B posted to
the CMS Web site at www.cms.gov//
PhysicianFeeSched/.
Due a technical error in applying a
change made in the final rule in
calculating the impact of the
ophthalmology MPPR used in the PE
methodology, as described on page
68901, the ‘‘CY 2012 Utilization data
Crosswalk to CY 2013’’ file posted on
the CMS Web site contained errors. This
also resulted in errors in Addenda B and
C files posted on the CMS Web site.
These addenda have been corrected as
a result of the changes made in this
correction notice and the corrected
Addenda B and C files are posted on the
CMS Web site. www.cms.gov//
PhysicianFeeSched/.
Due to a technical error in calculating
the anesthesia inputs, the PE RVUs for
all services reflected in Addenda B and
C posted on the CMS Web site were
inaccurate. Resulting changes to the PE
RVUs are reflected in the corrected
Addenda B and C.
Due to a technical error, in
Addendum B, row 8744 containing
CPT/HCPC 92287 did not list RVUs for
use with both the TC and 26 modifiers.
The corrected Addendum B, which is
posted on the CMS Web site at
www.cms.gov//PhysicianFeeSched/,
includes these services and related
information.
Due to a technical error in Addendum
B, row 9180 containing CPT/HCPC
93657 did not list a PE RVU. The
corrected Addendum B, which is posted
on the CMS Web site at www.cms.gov//
PhysicianFeeSched/ reflects this change.
Due to a technical error in the posting
of Addendum C, the ‘‘NA’’ flags did not
display for services when either the
facility or nonfacility setting did not
contain a value. The corrected
Addendum C, which is posted on the
CMS Web site at www.cms.gov//
PhysicianFeeSched/, reflects the ‘‘NA’’
flags for services that are not valued in
the indicated setting.
III. Waiver of Proposed Rulemaking
We ordinarily publish a notice of
proposed rulemaking in the Federal
Register to provide a period for public
comment before the provisions of a rule
take effect in accordance with section
553(b) of the Administrative Procedure
Act (APA) (5 U.S.C. 553(b)). However,
we can waive this notice and comment
procedure if the Secretary finds, for
good cause, that the notice and
comment process is impracticable,
unnecessary, or contrary to the public
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interest, and incorporates a statement of
the finding and the reasons therefore in
the notice.
Section 553(d) of the APA ordinarily
requires a 30-day delay in the effective
date of final rules after the date of their
publication in the Federal Register.
This 30-day delay in effective date can
be waived, however, if an agency finds
for good cause that the delay is
impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary
to the public interest, and the agency
incorporates a statement of the findings
and its reasons in the rule issued.
This document merely corrects
typographical and technical errors in
the preamble and addenda of the CY
2013 Physician Fee Schedule final rule
with comment period. The provisions of
that final rule with comment period
have been subjected to notice and
comment procedures. The corrections
contained in this document are
consistent with, and do not make
substantive changes to, the policies and
payment methodologies that were
adopted in the CY 2013 PFS final rule
with comment period. As a result, the
corrections made through this correcting
document are intended to ensure that
the CY 2013 PFS final rule with
comment period accurately reflects the
policies adopted in that rule. Therefore,
we find for good cause that it is
unnecessary and would be contrary to
the public interest to undertake further
notice and comment procedures to
incorporate the corrections in this
document into the CY 2013 PFS final
rule with comment period. For the same
reasons, we find that there is good cause
to waive the 30-day delay in the
effective date for these corrections.
Further, we believe that it is in the
public interest to ensure that the CY
2013 PFS final rule with comment
period accurately reflects our policies as
of the date they take effect. Therefore,
we find that delaying the effective date
of these corrections beyond the effective
date of the final rule with comment
period would be contrary to the public
interest. In so doing, we find good cause
to waive the 30-day delay in effective
date.
IV. Correction of Errors
In FR Doc. 2012–26900 of November
16, 2012 (77 FR 68892), make the
following corrections:
A. Correction of Errors in the Preamble
1. On pages 68904 through 68906, in
Table 3: Calculation of PE RVUs Under
Methodology for Selected Codes, the
table is corrected to read as follows:
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0.40
1.84
0.97
(15)
0.87
0.31
0.69
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0.97
0.29
0.00
0.05
0.23
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9.84
0.10
1.78
7.96
0.5973
16.48
0.17
2.98
13.32
99213
Office visit, est
nonfacility
0.40
40.16
33.75
(15)
6.41
0.18
0.82
((14)/(16)*(17)
33.75
1.37
0.01
0.00
1.36
34.0376
46.65
0.35
0.00
46.30
0.5973
78.10
0.58
0.00
77.52
33533
CABG, arterial,
single
facility
0.40
1.03
0.32
(15+11)
0.7
0.31
0.69
((14)/(16)*(17)
0.22
0.29
0.13
0.06
0.10
34.0376
9.78
4.33
2.03
3.43
0.5973
16.38
7.24
3.39
5.74
71020
Chest x-ray
nonfacility
0.40
0.81
0.10
(11)
0.7
0.31
0.69
((14)/(16)*(17)
0.00
0.29
0.13
0.06
0.10
34.0376
9.78
4.33
2.03
3.43
0.5973
16.38
7.24
3.39
5.74
71020–TC
Chest x-ray
nonfacility
0.40
0.22
0.22
(15)
0
0.31
0.69
((14)/(16)*(17)
0.22
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
34.0376
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.5973
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
71020–26
Chest x-ray
nonfacility
0.40
0.60
0.28
(15+11)
0.32
0.31
0.69
((14)/(16)*(17)
0.17
0.13
0.00
0.02
0.11
34.0376
4.43
0.06
0.71
3.66
0.5973
7.42
0.11
1.19
6.12
93000
ECG, complete
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0.40
0.43
0.11
(11)
0.32
0.31
0.69
((14)/(16)*(17)
0.00
0.13
0.00
0.02
0.11
34.0376
4.43
0.06
0.71
3.66
0.5973
7.42
0.11
1.19
6.12
93005
ECG, tracing
nonfacility
0.40
0.17
0.17
(15)
0
0.31
0.69
((14)/(16)*(17)
0.17
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
34.0376
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.5973
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
93010
ECG, report
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(25) Ind. Practice Cost
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0.81
1.08
0.75
14.15
12.76
0.79
16.25
0.67
0.38
0.92
0.42
0.59
0.30
0.92
0.33
0.08
0.08
0.92
0.09
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2. On page 68907, first column, first
paragraph,
a. Line 6, the phrase ‘‘CY 2012’’ is
corrected to read ‘‘CY 2013.’’
b. Line 8, the phrase ‘‘CY 2012’’ is
corrected to read ‘‘CY 2013.’’
3. On page 68957, second column,
following Table 18 is corrected by
adding the following:
‘‘6. Psychiatry Services
For CY 2013, the CPT Editorial Panel
replaced the current psychiatry/
psychotherapy CPT codes with a new
structure that allows for the separate
reporting of E/M codes, eliminates
codes based upon the site-of-service,
establishes CPT codes for crisis, and
creates a series of psychotherapy add-on
CPT codes to describe interactive
complexity and medication
management. Many of these services are
included in the list of Medicare
telehealth services. For CY 2013, we did
not propose any changes in Medicare
telehealth payment policies related to
the existing services described by these
new codes. Therefore, the new codes
describing services currently included
on the CY 2012 list of Medicare
telehealth services will be included on
the CY 2013 list of Medicare telehealth
services.
In the case of pharmacologic
management services, currently on the
CY 2012 list of Medicare telehealth
services, we note that the CPT Editorial
Panel deleted CPT code 90862
(Pharmacologic management, including
prescription, use, and review of
medication with no more than minimal
medical psychotherapy), and that for CY
2013, psychiatrists will bill the
appropriate E/M code when furnishing
pharmacologic management services. In
order to maintain current telehealth
policy for these services when furnished
to inpatients, we are establishing a new
HCPCS G-code, G0459 (Inpatient
telehealth, pharmacologic management,
including prescription use and review
of medication with no more than
minimal medical psychotherapy), on an
interim basis for CY 2013 that will
describe the pharmacologic
management service when furnished via
telehealth to inpatients.
We will address any other change in
telehealth policy regarding psychiatry
services in future rulemaking.’’.
4. On page 68959, first column, partial
line 5, before the phrase ‘‘Between
1998–2008,’’ is corrected to read as
follows: ‘‘We note that this number does
not represent a discrete number of
beneficiaries; rather, it represents the
total number of beneficiaries receiving
therapy services under plans of care
from different disciplines and different
providers.’’.
5. On page 68965, third column, third
paragraph, lines 4 and 5, the phrase ‘‘a
composite score’’ is corrected to read
‘‘an overall composite score.’’
6. On page 68966, third column,
second full paragraph, lines 19 through
21, the phrase ‘‘…functional measures,
such as is done with the FOTO Patient
tool, for example.’’ is corrected to read
‘‘functional measures.’’
7. On page 68967 and 68968, in Table
21: G-Codes for Claims-Based
Functional Reporting for CY 2013, the
listed entries are corrected to read as
follows:
Other PT/OT Primary Functional Limitation
G8990 ...............
G8991 ...............
G8992 ...............
Other physical or occupational therapy primary functional limitation, current status, at therapy episode outset and at reporting
intervals.
Other physical or occupational therapy primary functional limitation, projected goal status, at therapy episode outset, at reporting intervals, and at discharge or to end reporting.
Other physical or occupational therapy primary functional limitation, discharge status, at discharge from therapy or to end reporting.
Other PT/OT Primary Functional Limitation
G8993 ...............
G8994 ...............
G8995 ...............
Other physical or occupational therapy subsequent functional limitation, current status, at therapy episode outset and at reporting intervals.
Other physical or occupational therapy subsequent functional limitation, projected goal status, at therapy episode outset, at
reporting intervals, and at discharge or to end reporting.
Other physical or occupational therapy subsequent functional limitation, discharge status, at discharge from therapy or to end
reporting.
Swallowing
G8996 ...............
G8997 ...............
G8998 ...............
Swallowing functional limitation, current status at therapy episode outset and at reporting intervals.
Swallowing functional limitation, projected goal status, at therapy episode outset, at reporting intervals, and at discharge or to
end reporting.
Swallowing functional limitation, discharge status, at discharge from therapy or to end reporting.
Motor Speech
G8999 ...............
G9186 ...............
Motor speech functional limitation, current status at therapy episode outset and at reporting intervals.
Motor speech functional limitation, projected goal status at therapy episode outset, at reporting intervals, and at discharge
from or to end reporting.
Spoken Language Comprehension
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
G9159 ...............
G9160 ...............
G9161 ...............
Spoken language comprehension functional limitation, current status at therapy episode outset and at reporting intervals.
Spoken language comprehension functional limitation, projected goal status at therapy episode outset, at reporting intervals,
and at discharge from or to end reporting.
Spoken language comprehension functional limitation, discharge status at discharge from therapy or to end reporting.
Spoken Language Expression
G9162 ...............
G9163 ...............
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Spoken language expression functional limitation, current status at therapy episode outset and at reporting intervals.
Spoken language expression functional limitation, projected goal status at therapy episode outset, at reporting intervals, and
at discharge from or to end reporting.
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Spoken language expression functional limitation, discharge status at discharge from therapy or to end reporting.
Attention
G9165 ...............
G9166 ...............
G9167 ...............
Attention functional limitation, current status at therapy episode outset and at reporting intervals.
Attention functional limitation, projected goal status at therapy episode outset, at reporting intervals, and at discharge from or
to end reporting.
Attention functional limitation, discharge status at discharge from therapy or to end reporting.
Memory
G9168 ...............
G9169 ...............
G9170 ...............
Memory functional limitation, current status at therapy episode outset and at reporting intervals.
Memory functional limitation, projected goal status at therapy episode outset, at reporting intervals, and at discharge from or
to end reporting.
Memory functional limitation, discharge status at discharge from therapy or to end reporting.
Voice
G9171 ...............
G9172 ...............
G9173 ...............
Voice functional limitation, current status at therapy episode outset and at reporting intervals.
Voice functional limitation, projected goal status at therapy episode outset, at reporting intervals, and at discharge from or to
end reporting.
Voice functional limitation, discharge status at discharge from therapy or to end reporting.
Other SLP Functional Limitation
G9174 ...............
G9175 ...............
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
G9176 ...............
Other speech language pathology functional limitation, current status at therapy episode outset and at reporting intervals.
Other speech language pathology functional limitation, projected goal status at therapy episode outset, at reporting intervals,
and at discharge from or to end reporting.
Other speech language pathology functional limitation, discharge status at discharge from therapy or to end reporting.
8. On page 69033, in the third
column, after second full paragraph, is
corrected by adding the following:
‘‘(14) Needle EMG: Electromyography
(CPT Codes 95886, 95887)
In establishing interim final direct PE
inputs for 2012, CMS refined the AMA
RUC’s recommendation for CPT codes
95886 (Needle electromyography, each
extremity, with related paraspinal areas,
when performed, done with nerve
conduction, amplitude and latency/
velocity study; complete, five or more
muscles studied, innervated by three or
more nerves or four or more spinal
levels (list separately in addition to code
for primary procedure)) and 95887
(Needle electromyography, nonextremity (cranial nerve supplied or
axial) muscle(s) done with nerve
conduction, amplitude and latency/
velocity study (list separately in
addition to code for primary procedure))
by reducing the number of service
period clinical labor minutes to account
for preparatory clinical labor tasks
associated with both the base and addon codes. CMS also refined the
corresponding equipment minutes.
Comment: Several commenters
explained that clinical labor typically
requires additional time to prepare the
distinct equipment used in furnishing
the services described by the add-on
codes.
Response: After reviewing the
information provided by the
commenters, we agree that it would be
appropriate to incorporate additional
minutes for these codes. Therefore, we
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are finalizing the direct PE inputs for
CPT codes 95886 and 95887 with the
additional refinement of adding two
minutes to both the service period
clinical labor time and the
corresponding equipment time. The
direct PE inputs are displayed in the
final CY 2013 direct PE input database,
available on the CMS Web site under
downloads for the CY 2013 PFS final
rule at www.cms.gov/
PhysicianFeeSched/.’’.
9. On page 69042, bottom half of the
page, last paragraph, last line, the
phrase CPT code 99231 visits is
corrected to read ‘‘99231 (subsequent
hospital care, per day, for the evaluation
and management of a patient, which
requires at least 2 of these 3 key
components: A problem focused
interval history; a problem focused
examination; medical decision making
that is straightforward or of low
complexity) visits,’’.
10. On page 69043, top of page, first
column, first partial paragraph, lines 1
and 2, the phrase 99323 visit is
corrected to read ‘‘99232 (subsequent
hospital care, per day, for the evaluation
and management of a patient, which
requires at least 2 of these 3 key
components: An expanded problem
focused interval history; an expanded
problem focused examination; medical
decision making of moderate
complexity) visit, 1 CPT code 99238
(hospital discharge day management; 30
minutes or less) visit, and 4 CPT code
99213 (office or other outpatient visit for
the evaluation and management of an
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established patient, which requires at
least 2 of these 3 key components: an
expanded problem focused history; an
expanded problem focused
examination; medical decision making
of low complexity) visits.’’.
11. On page 69051,
a. First column, first full paragraph,
lines 2 through 10, the parenthetical
((Non-selective catheter placement,
thoracic aorta, with angiography of the
extracranial carotid, vertebral, and/or
intracranial vessels, unilateral or
bilateral, and all associated radiological
supervision and interpretation, includes
angiography of the cervicocerebral arch,
when performed).), is corrected to read:
‘‘((Selective catheter placement,
common carotid or innominate artery,
unilateral, any approach, with
angiography of the ipsilateral
extracranial carotid circulation and all
associated radiological supervision and
interpretation, includes angiography of
the cervicocerebral arch, when
performed).)’’.
b. Third column, after last full
paragraph, is corrected by adding the
following:
‘‘CPT codes 37620, 75940, and 36010
were identified as potentially misvalued
through the Codes Reported Together 75
percent or More screen. In response, the
CPT Editorial Panel created CPT codes
37191 through 37193 and 37197 to
bundle the services together. After
clinical review of CPT code 37197
(Transcatheter retrieval, percutaneous,
of intravascular foreign body (for
example, fractured venous or arterial
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catheter), includes radiological
supervision and interpretation, and
imaging guidance (ultrasound or
fluoroscopy), when performed), along
with the other related bundled services,
we believe a work RVU of 6.29
accurately reflects the work involved in
furnishing this service. We believe CPT
code 37197 involves similar work as
CPT code 36247 (Selective catheter
placement, arterial system; initial third
order or more selective abdominal,
pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch,
within a vascular family) and should be
valued the same. Furthermore, we
believe a work RVU of 6.29
appropriately reflects the relative
difference in work between this service
and related CPT codes 37191, 37192,
and 37193. The AMA RUC
recommended a work RVU of 6.72 for
CPT code 37197, a direct crosswalk to
CPT code 36475 (Endovenous ablation
therapy of incompetent vein, extremity,
inclusive of all imaging guidance and
monitoring, percutaneous,
radiofrequency; first vein treated). On
an interim final basis for CY 2013, we
are assigning a work RVU of 6.29 to CPT
code 37197.’’.
12. On page 69071, lower half of the
page, third column,
a. Lines 3 and 4, the phrase ‘‘Table
KK6 is corrected to read ‘‘Table 73.’’.
b. Line 10, the phrase ‘‘Table KK7’’ is
corrected to read ‘‘Table 74.’’.
13. On page 69072,
a. First column, first full paragraph,
line 1, the phrase ‘‘Table KK7’’ is
corrected to read ‘‘Table 74.’’
b. Second column,
(1) First full paragraph, last line, the
phrase ‘‘Table 73’’ is corrected to read
‘‘Table 74.’’.
(2) Second full paragraph, last line,
the phrase ‘‘Table 73’’ is corrected to
read ‘‘Table 74.’’.
c. Third column,
(1) First paragraph, last line, the
phrase ‘‘Table 73’’ is corrected to read
‘‘Table 74.’’.
(2) Second paragraph, lines 23 and 24,
the phrase ‘‘Table 73’’ is corrected to
read ‘‘Table 74.’’
14. On page 69073, second column,
second full paragraph, last line, the
phrase ‘‘Table 73’’ is corrected to read,
‘‘Table 74.’’
15. On page 69074, first column,
following first partial paragraph, is
corrected to read as follows:
‘‘We note that we did not receive
adequate information for pricing the
following new supply and equipment
items included in the AMA RUC’s CY
2013 direct PE input recommendations:
SD276 (Indicator powder), SK115
(Reproduced patient worksheet), SL464
(Atomizer tips, disposable), and ER088
(Infrared illuminator). Therefore, for CY
2013, these supply and equipment items
have no price inputs associated with
them in the direct PE database. We will
consider any newly submitted
information regarding appropriate
pricing for these supply items as part of
our annual supply and equipment price
update process.’’
16. On pages 69077 through 69128, in
Table 74: CPT Codes with Refined
Direct PE Recommendations for CY
2013 Interim Codes is corrected to read
as follows:
TABLE 74—CPT CODES WITH REFINED DIRECT PE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CY 2013 INTERIM CODES
CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
11300 .....................
Shave skin lesion
0.5 cm/<
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
camera, digital (6
mexapixel).
NF
..............................
29
14
EF014
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
29
14
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
29
14
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
29
14
EQ110
electrocauteryhyfrecator, up to
45 watts.
NF
..............................
29
0
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500$1499).
NF
..............................
29
24
EQ351
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
ED004
Smoke
Evacuator(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
..............................
29
14
NF
1
10
NF
Clean Surgical Instrument Package.
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
2
1
CMS clinical review.
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
2
1
Duplicative.
L037D
SB003
SB027
SB033
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cover, probe
(cryosurgery).
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical ......
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Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review; not described as typical in work vignette.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
SC029
..............................
1
0
ED004
camera, digital (6
mexapixel).
NF
..............................
32
17
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
32
17
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
32
17
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
32
17
EQ110
electrocauteryhyfrecator, up to
45 watts.
NF
..............................
32
0
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500$1499).
NF
..............................
32
27
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
32
17
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
10
cover, probe
(cryosurgery).
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical ......
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
Clean Surgical Instrument Package.
..............................
1
SB003
Shave skin lesion
0.6–1.0 cm.
NF
EF014
11301 .....................
needle, 18–27g ....
1
0
NF
..............................
2
1
NF
NF
..............................
..............................
2
1
1
0
SB027
SB033
SC029
NF
..............................
37
20
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
37
20
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
37
20
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
37
20
EQ110
electrocauteryhyfrecator, up to
45 watts.
NF
..............................
37
0
EQ137
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camera, digital (6
mexapixel).
EF015
VerDate Mar<15>2010
Shave skin lesion
1.1–2.0 cm.
ED004
EF014
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
11302 .....................
instrument pack,
basic ($500$1499).
NF
..............................
37
30
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Comment
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review; not described as typical in work vignette.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
Duplicative.
Duplicative.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review; not described as typical in work vignette.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
37
20
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
1
10
SB003
cover, probe
(cryosurgery).
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical ......
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
Clean Surgical Instrument Package.
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
2
1
NF
NF
..............................
..............................
2
1
1
0
SB027
SB033
SC029
11303 .....................
Shave skin lesion
>2.0 cm.
ED004
camera, digital (6
mexapixel).
NF
..............................
41
22
EF014
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
41
22
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
41
22
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
41
22
EQ110
electrocauteryhyfrecator, up to
45 watts.
NF
..............................
41
0
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
41
32
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
41
22
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
1
10
SB003
cover, probe
(cryosurgery).
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical ......
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
Clean Surgical Instrument Package.
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
2
1
NF
NF
..............................
..............................
2
1
1
0
SB027
SB033
SC029
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camera, digital (6
mexapixel).
NF
..............................
29
17
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
29
17
EF015
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Shave skin lesion
0.5 cm/<
ED004
EF014
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
11305 .....................
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
29
17
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Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
Duplicative.
Duplicative.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review; not described as typical in work vignette.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
Duplicative.
Duplicative.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
29
17
EQ110
electrocauteryhyfrecator, up to
45 watts.
NF
..............................
29
0
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
29
27
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
29
17
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
1
10
SB003
cover, probe
(cryosurgery).
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical ......
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
Clean Surgical Instrument Package.
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
2
1
NF
NF
..............................
..............................
2
1
1
0
SB027
SB033
SC029
Shave skin lesion
0.6–1.0 cm.
ED004
camera, digital (6
mexapixel).
NF
..............................
31
25
EF014
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
31
25
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
31
25
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
31
25
EQ110
electrocauteryhyfrecator, up to
45 watts.
NF
..............................
31
0
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
31
35
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
31
25
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
18
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
1
10
SB003
cover, probe
(cryosurgery).
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical ......
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
Assist physician in
performing procedure.
Clean Surgical Instrument Package.
..............................
10
L037D
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
11306 .....................
1
0
NF
..............................
2
1
NF
NF
..............................
..............................
2
1
1
0
SB027
SB033
SC029
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time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review; not described as typical in work vignette.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
Duplicative.
Duplicative.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review; not described as typical in work vignette.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Conforming to
physician time.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
Duplicative.
Duplicative.
CMS clinical review.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
11307 .....................
Shave skin lesion
1.1–2.0 cm.
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
ED004
camera, digital (6
mexapixel).
NF
..............................
37
21
EF014
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
37
21
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
37
21
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
37
21
EQ110
electrocauteryhyfrecator, up to
45 watts.
NF
..............................
37
0
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
37
31
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
37
21
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
1
10
SB003
cover, probe
(cryosurgery).
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical ......
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
Clean Surgical Instrument Package.
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
2
1
NF
NF
..............................
..............................
2
1
1
0
SB027
SB033
SC029
NF
..............................
42
24
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
42
24
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
42
24
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
42
24
EQ110
electrocauteryhyfrecator, up to
45 watts.
NF
..............................
42
0
EQ137
14:54 Aug 09, 2013
camera, digital (6
mexapixel).
EF015
VerDate Mar<15>2010
Shave skin lesion
>2.0 cm.
ED004
EF014
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
11308 .....................
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
42
34
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Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review; not described as typical in work vignette.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
Duplicative.
Duplicative.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review; not described as typical in work vignette.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
42
24
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
1
10
SB003
cover, probe
(cryosurgery).
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical ......
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
Clean Surgical Instrument Package.
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
2
1
NF
NF
..............................
..............................
2
1
1
0
SB027
SB033
SC029
11310 .....................
Shave skin lesion
0.5 cm/<
ED004
camera, digital (6
mexapixel).
NF
..............................
34
20
EF014
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
34
20
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
34
20
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
34
20
EQ110
electrocauteryhyfrecator, up to
45 watts.
NF
..............................
34
0
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
34
30
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
34
20
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
1
10
SB003
cover, probe
(cryosurgery).
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical ......
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
Clean Surgical Instrument Package.
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
2
1
NF
NF
..............................
..............................
2
1
1
0
SB027
SB033
SC029
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camera, digital (6
mexapixel).
NF
..............................
34
24
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
34
24
EF015
VerDate Mar<15>2010
Shave skin lesion
0.6–1.0 cm.
ED004
EF014
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
11311 .....................
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
34
24
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Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
Duplicative.
Duplicative.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review; not described as typical in work vignette.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
Duplicative.
Duplicative.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
34
24
EQ110
electrocauteryhyfrecator, up to
45 watts.
NF
..............................
34
0
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
34
34
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
34
24
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
11
17
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
1
10
SB003
cover, probe
(cryosurgery).
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical ......
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
Assist physician in
performing procedure.
Clean Surgical Instrument Package.
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
2
1
NF
NF
..............................
..............................
2
1
1
0
SB027
SB033
SC029
Shave skin lesion
1.1–2.0 cm.
ED004
camera, digital (6
mexapixel).
NF
..............................
43
17
EF014
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
43
17
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
43
17
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
43
17
EQ110
electrocauteryhyfrecator, up to
45 watts.
NF
..............................
43
0
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
43
37
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
43
17
L037D
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
11312 .....................
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
1
10
SB003
cover, probe
(cryosurgery).
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical ......
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
Clean Surgical Instrument Package.
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
2
1
NF
NF
..............................
..............................
2
1
1
0
SB027
SB033
SC029
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Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review; not described as typical in work vignette.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Conforming to
physician time.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
Duplicative.
Duplicative.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review; not described as typical in work vignette.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
Duplicative.
Duplicative.
CMS clinical review.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
11313 .....................
Shave skin lesion
>2.0 cm.
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
ED004
camera, digital (6
mexapixel).
NF
..............................
48
30
EF014
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
48
30
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
48
30
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
48
30
EQ110
electrocauteryhyfrecator, up to
45 watts.
NF
..............................
48
0
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
48
40
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
48
30
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
1
10
SB003
NF
1
0
NF
..............................
2
1
SB033
SC029
cover, probe
(cryosurgery).
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical ......
needle, 18–27g ....
Clean Surgical Instrument Package.
..............................
NF
NF
..............................
..............................
2
1
1
0
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
3
1
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
2
1
CMS clinical review.
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
2
1
CMS clinical review.
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
3
1
CMS clinical review.
SJ028
hydrogen peroxide
NF
Greet patient, provide gowning,
assure appropriate medical
records are
available.
Provide pre-service education/
obtain consent.
Prepare room,
equipment, supplies.
Clean room/equipment by physician staff.
..............................
10
0
SJ053
swab-pad, alcohol
NF
..............................
10
0
EF014
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
32
27
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
32
39
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
SB027
11719 .....................
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
13100 .....................
VerDate Mar<15>2010
Trim nail(s) any
number.
Cmplx rpr trunk
1.1–2.5 cm.
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time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review; not described as typical in work vignette.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
Duplicative.
Duplicative.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
..............................
32
27
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
32
39
EQ114
electrosurgical
generator, up to
120 watts.
NF
..............................
32
39
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
32
46
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
32
39
SB016
drape-cover, sterile, OR light
handle.
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical,
with face shield.
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
..............................
2
1
NF
..............................
2
0
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
2
1
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
1
0
Electrocautery
Supply Pack.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
5
0
EF014
povidone soln
(Betadine).
light, surgical ........
CMS clinical review.
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
45
27
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
45
47
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
..............................
45
27
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
45
47
EQ114
electrosurgical
generator, up to
120 watts.
NF
..............................
45
47
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
45
54
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
drape-cover, sterile, OR light
handle.
gown, staff, impervious.
NF
..............................
45
47
NF
..............................
2
1
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
2
0
Duplicative.
SB027
SB034
SC029
SJ041
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
13101 .....................
Cmplx rpr trunk
2.6–7.5 cm.
SB016
SB027
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Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
SB027
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
F
..............................
2
0
NF
..............................
2
1
F
..............................
2
1
NF
..............................
1
0
Electrocautery
Supply Pack.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
10
0
EF015
povidone soln
(Betadine).
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
30
20
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
30
20
EQ114
electrosurgical
generator, up to
120 watts.
NF
..............................
30
20
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
30
20
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
30
20
Electrocautery
Supply Pack.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
5
0
EF014
povidone soln
(Betadine).
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
86
27
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
86
41
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
..............................
86
27
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
86
41
EQ114
electrosurgical
generator, up to
120 watts.
NF
..............................
86
41
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
86
48
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
86
41
SB034
SB034
SC029
SJ041
13102 .....................
Cmplx rpr trunk
addl 5cm/<
SJ041
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
13120 .....................
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1.1–2.5 cm.
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gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical,
with face shield.
mask, surgical,
with face shield.
needle, 18–27g ....
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
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CMS clinical review.
Duplicative.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
Duplicative.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
Duplicative.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
SB016
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
NF
..............................
2
1
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
2
0
Duplicative.
F
..............................
2
0
NF
..............................
2
1
CMS clinical review.
Duplicative.
F
..............................
2
1
NF
..............................
1
0
Electrocautery
Supply Pack.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
5
0
EF014
povidone soln
(Betadine).
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
129
27
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
129
48
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
..............................
129
27
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
129
48
EQ114
electrosurgical
generator, up to
120 watts.
NF
..............................
129
48
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
129
55
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
129
48
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
15
10
SB016
drape-cover, sterile, OR light
handle.
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical,
with face shield.
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
Clean Surgical Instrument Package.
..............................
2
1
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
2
0
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
2
1
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
1
0
Electrocautery
Supply Pack.
NF
..............................
1
0
povidone soln
(Betadine).
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
10
0
CMS clinical review.
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
30
20
SB027
SB027
SB034
SB034
SC029
SJ041
13121 .....................
Cmplx rpr s/a/l
2.6–7.5 cm.
SB027
SB034
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
SC029
SJ041
13122 .....................
VerDate Mar<15>2010
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addl 5 cm/>
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EF015
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drape-cover, sterile, OR light
handle.
gown, staff, impervious.
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical,
with face shield.
mask, surgical,
with face shield.
needle, 18–27g ....
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
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CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
Duplicative.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
30
20
EQ114
electrosurgical
generator, up to
120 watts.
NF
..............................
30
20
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
30
20
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
30
20
Electrocautery
Supply Pack.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
5
0
EF014
povidone soln
(Betadine).
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
45
27
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
45
48
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
..............................
45
27
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
45
48
EQ114
electrosurgical
generator, up to
120 watts.
NF
..............................
45
48
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
45
55
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
45
48
SB016
drape-cover, sterile, OR light
handle.
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical,
with face shield.
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
..............................
2
1
NF
..............................
2
0
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
2
1
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
1
0
Electrocautery
Supply Pack.
NF
..............................
1
0
povidone soln
(Betadine).
NF
..............................
5
0
CMS clinical review.
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
Duplicative.
SJ041
13131 .....................
Cmplx rpr f/c/c/m/
n/ax/g/h/f.
SB027
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
SB034
SC029
SJ041
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Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
Duplicative.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
13132 .....................
Cmplx rpr f/c/c/m/
n/ax/g/h/f.
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
EF014
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
50
27
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
50
51
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
..............................
50
27
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
50
51
EQ114
electrosurgical
generator, up to
120 watts.
NF
..............................
50
51
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
50
58
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
50
51
SB016
drape-cover, sterile, OR light
handle.
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical,
with face shield.
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
..............................
2
1
NF
..............................
2
0
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
2
1
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
1
0
Electrocautery
Supply Pack.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
10
0
EF015
povidone soln
(Betadine).
mayo stand ..........
CMS clinical review.
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
35
23
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
35
23
EQ114
electrosurgical
generator, up to
120 watts.
NF
..............................
35
23
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
35
23
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
35
23
Electrocautery
Supply Pack.
NF
..............................
1
0
SB027
SB034
SC029
SJ041
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13133 .....................
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typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
SJ041
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
..............................
5
0
EF014
NF
..............................
30
27
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
30
44
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
..............................
30
27
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
30
44
EQ114
electrosurgical
generator, up to
120 watts.
NF
..............................
30
44
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
30
51
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
30
44
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
26
drape-cover, sterile, OR light
handle.
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical,
with face shield.
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
Assist physician in
performing procedure.
..............................
20
SB016
2
1
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
2
0
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
2
1
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
1
0
Electrocautery
Supply Pack.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
5
0
EF014
povidone soln
(Betadine).
light, surgical ........
CMS clinical review.
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
45
27
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
45
48
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
..............................
45
27
EF031
Cmplx rpr e/n/e/l
1.0 cm/<
NF
EF015
13150 .....................
povidone soln
(Betadine).
light, surgical ........
table, power .........
NF
..............................
45
48
SB027
SB034
SC029
SJ041
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13151 .....................
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1.1–2.5 cm.
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Refined equipment
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typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Conforming to
physician time.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
EQ114
electrosurgical
generator, up to
120 watts.
NF
..............................
45
48
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
45
55
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
45
48
SB016
drape-cover, sterile, OR light
handle.
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical,
with face shield.
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
..............................
2
1
NF
..............................
2
0
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
2
1
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
1
0
Electrocautery
Supply Pack.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
5
0
EF014
povidone soln
(Betadine).
light, surgical ........
CMS clinical review.
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
50
27
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
50
51
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
..............................
50
27
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
50
51
EQ114
electrosurgical
generator, up to
120 watts.
NF
..............................
50
51
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
50
58
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
50
51
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
..............................
15
10
SB016
drape-cover, sterile, OR light
handle.
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical,
with face shield.
Electrocautery
Supply Pack.
NF
..............................
2
1
NF
..............................
2
0
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
2
1
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
10
0
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
Duplicative.
SB027
SB034
SC029
SJ041
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
13152 .....................
Cmplx rpr e/n/e/l
2.6–7.5 cm.
SB027
SB034
SJ041
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time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
13153 .....................
CMS
Code
Cmplx rpr e/n/e/l
addl 5cm/<
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
EF015
mayo stand ..........
NF
..............................
45
30
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
45
30
EQ114
electrosurgical
generator, up to
120 watts.
NF
..............................
45
30
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
45
30
EQ351
Smoke Evacuator
(tubing, covering, etc.) with
stand.
NF
..............................
45
30
SC029
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
..............................
2
0
Electrocautery
Supply Pack.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
5
0
EF023
povidone soln
(Betadine).
table, exam ..........
NF
..............................
19
16
EQ168
light, exam ...........
NF
..............................
19
16
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
6
0
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
0
3
SC029
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
Discharge day
management.
Conduct phone
calls/call in prescriptions.
..............................
4
2
SC055
syringe 3ml ..........
NF
..............................
2
1
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
..............................
19
16
EQ168
light, exam ...........
NF
..............................
19
16
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
6
0
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
0
3
SC029
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
Discharge day
management.
Conduct phone
calls/call in prescriptions.
..............................
4
2
SC055
syringe 3ml ..........
NF
..............................
2
1
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
..............................
19
16
SJ041
20600 .....................
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
20605 .....................
20610 .....................
VerDate Mar<15>2010
Drain/inject joint/
bursa.
Drain/inject joint/
bursa.
Drain/inject joint/
bursa.
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time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
Duplicative.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
EQ168
..............................
19
16
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
0
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
0
3
SC029
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
Discharge day
management.
Conduct phone
calls/call in prescriptions.
..............................
6
L037D
4
2
SC057
Reconstruct shoulder joint.
NF
L037D
23472 .....................
light, exam ...........
syringe 5–6ml ......
NF
..............................
2
1
SA052
pack, post-op incision care (staple).
pack, post-op incision care (suture & staple).
pack, post-op incision care (staple).
pack, post-op incision care (suture & staple).
pack, post-op incision care (staple).
pack, post-op incision care (suture & staple).
pack, post-op incision care (staple).
pack, post-op incision care (suture & staple).
pack, post-op incision care (staple).
pack, post-op incision care (suture & staple).
pack, post-op incision care (staple).
pack, post-op incision care (suture & staple).
printer, laser,
paper.
F
..............................
0
1
F
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
F
..............................
0
1
CMS clinical review.
F
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
F
..............................
0
1
CMS clinical review.
F
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
F
..............................
0
1
CMS clinical review.
F
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
F
..............................
0
1
CMS clinical review.
F
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
F
..............................
0
1
CMS clinical review.
F
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
43
35
SA053
23473 .....................
Revis reconst
shoulder joint.
SA052
SA053
23474 .....................
Revis reconst
shoulder joint.
SA052
SA053
24363 .....................
Replace elbow
joint.
SA052
SA053
24370 .....................
Revise reconst
elbow joint.
SA052
SA053
24371 .....................
Revise reconst
elbow joint.
SA052
SA053
31231 .....................
Nasal endoscopy
dx.
ED032
..............................
43
35
instrument pack,
medium ($1500
and up).
NF
..............................
0
47
light source, xenon
NF
..............................
43
35
EQ170
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NF
EQ167
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chair with headrest, exam, reclining.
EQ138
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
EF008
light, fiberoptic
headlight wsource.
NF
..............................
43
35
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time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
EQ234
suction and pressure cabinet,
ENT (SMR).
NF
..............................
43
35
ES013
endoscope, rigid,
sinoscopy.
NF
..............................
63
42
ES013
NF
..............................
63
0
NF
..............................
43
35
NF
..............................
63
0
L037D
endoscope, rigid,
sinoscopy.
video system, endoscopy (processor, digital
capture, monitor, printer, cart).
Nasal Endoscopy
Instrument
Package.
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
2
0
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
Greet patient, provide gowning,
assure appropriate medical
records are
available.
Obtain vital signs
1
0
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
10
15
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
5
0
CMS clinical review.
SB027
gown, staff, impervious.
mask, surgical,
with face shield.
RN/Respiratory
Therapist.
NF
Clean Surgical Instrument Package.
Review/read Xray, lab, and pathology reports.
..............................
2
1
Duplicative.
NF
..............................
2
1
Duplicative.
F
3
5
CMS clinical review.
F
5
3
EF023
RN/Respiratory
Therapist.
table, exam ..........
NF
Complete preservice diagnostic & referral
forms.
Coordinate presurgery services.
..............................
56
52
EQ168
light, exam ...........
NF
..............................
0
52
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
5
0
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
3
1
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
5
10
SA048
NF
0
1
CMS clinical review.
SA067
pack, minimum
multi-specialty
visit.
tray, shave prep ...
Complete preservice diagnostic & referral
forms.
Coordinate presurgery services.
Monitor pt. following service/
check tubes,
monitors, drains.
..............................
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
0
1
................
kit, thoracentesis ..
NF
..............................
1
0
SA070
tray, thoracentesis
NF
..............................
0
1
SA077
kit, pleural catheter insertion.
cap, surgical ........
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
0
2
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clincial
view.
CMS clincial
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
ES031
ES036
SB034
31647 .....................
Bronchial valve init
insert.
L047C
L047C
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
32554 .....................
Aspirate pleura w/
o imaging.
SB001
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time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
rerererere-
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
SB006
SB024
SB034
SB039
SB044
SG056
32555 .....................
Aspirate pleura w/
imaging.
ED024
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
drape, non-sterile,
sheet 40in x
60in.
gloves, sterile .......
NF
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
1
2
mask, surgical,
with face shield.
shoe covers, surgical.
underpad 2ft x 3ft
(Chux).
gauze, sterile 4in x
4in (10 pack
uou).
film processor,
dry, laser.
NF
..............................
0
2
NF
..............................
0
2
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
NF
..............................
58
7
rerererere-
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
EF019
stretcher chair ......
NF
..............................
15
10
EL015
room, ultrasound,
general.
NF
..............................
33
30
ER029
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
NF
..............................
58
7
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
5
0
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
3
1
15
10
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
5
2
CMS clinical review.
kit, thoracentesis ..
NF
Complete preservice diagnostic & referral
forms.
Coordinate presurgery services.
Monitor pt. following service/
check tubes,
monitors, drains.
Process images,
complete data
sheet, present
images and data
to the interpreting physician.
..............................
1
0
SA070
tray, thoracentesis
NF
..............................
0
1
SA077
kit, pleural catheter insertion.
cap, surgical ........
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
0
3
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
0
3
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
0
15
NF
..............................
10
0
NF
..............................
2
0
EQ168
gown, staff, impervious.
shoe covers, surgical.
underpad 2ft x 3ft
(Chux).
tape, surgical occlusive 1in
(Blenderm).
disinfectant spray
(Transeptic).
sanitizing clothwipe (patient).
light, exam ...........
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
NF
..............................
0
76
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
Complete preservice diagnostic & referral
forms.
5
0
L041B
L041B
SB001
SB027
SB039
SB044
SG078
SM012
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
SM021
32556 .....................
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Insert cath pleura
w/o image.
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CMS clinical review.
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time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
3
1
0
1
Comment
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
SA044
NF
NF
..............................
0
1
SA067
pack, moderate
sedation.
pack, minimum
multi-specialty
visit.
tray, shave prep ...
Coordinate presurgery services.
..............................
NF
..............................
0
1
SB001
cap, surgical ........
NF
..............................
0
2
SB006
drape, non-sterile,
sheet 40in x
60in.
mask, surgical,
with face shield.
shoe covers, surgical.
underpad 2ft x 3ft
(Chux).
closed flush system,
angiography.
gauze, sterile 4in x
4in (10 pack
uou).
sodium chloride
0.9% flush syringe.
sodium chloride
0.9% irrigation
(500–1000ml
uou).
cup, sterile, 8 oz ..
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
0
2
NF
..............................
0
2
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
0
1
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
0
1
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
58
7
EF019
film processor,
dry, laser.
stretcher chair ......
NF
..............................
15
10
EL007
room, CT ..............
NF
..............................
43
40
EQ168
light, exam ...........
NF
..............................
60
40
ER029
NF
..............................
58
7
L046A
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
CT Technologist ..
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
NF
5
0
CMS clinical review.
L046A
CT Technologist ..
NF
3
1
L046A
CT Technologist ..
NF
3
5
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
L046A
CT Technologist ..
NF
28
30
Conforming to
physician time.
SA071
kit, AccuStick II Introducer System
with RO Marker.
kit, pleural catheter insertion.
cap, surgical ........
NF
Complete preservice diagnostic & referral
forms.
Coordinate presurgery services.
Check dressings &
wound/home
care instructions/coordinate
office visits/prescriptions.
Assist physician in
performing procedure.
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
2
3
NF
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
SA048
SB034
SB039
SB044
SC010
SG056
SH065
SH069
SL157
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
32557 .....................
Insert cath pleura
w/image.
ED024
SA077
SB001
SB011
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CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
rererere-
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
SB014
SB019
SB024
SB027
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
drape, sterile,
three-quarter
sheet.
drape-towel, sterile
18in x 26in.
gloves, sterile .......
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
NF
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
4
0
NF
..............................
2
1
NF
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
rere-
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
2
3
SC049
gown, staff, impervious.
shoe covers, surgical.
stop cock, 3-way ..
NF
..............................
1
0
SC056
syringe 50–60ml ..
NF
..............................
2
0
SC058
syringe w-needle,
OSHA compliant
(SafetyGlide).
dilator, vessel,
angiographic.
guidewire .............
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
4
0
NF
..............................
0
25
NF
..............................
10
0
NF
..............................
60
0
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
1
0
L037D
catheter
percutaneous
fastener (PercuStay).
drainage catheter,
all purpose.
drainage pouch,
nephrostomy-biliary.
blade, surgical
(Bard-Parker).
applicator,
sponge-tipped.
tape, surgical occlusive 1in
(Blenderm).
lidocaine 1%–2%
inj (Xylocaine).
povidone soln
(Betadine).
cup, biopsy-specimen sterile 4oz.
cup, sterile, 12–16
oz.
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
40
10
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
8
5
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
20
7
Standardized time
input.
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
7
3
Standardized time
input.
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
40
10
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
8
5
Standardized time
input.
Standardized time
input.
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
20
7
Standardized time
input.
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
7
3
Standardized time
input.
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
40
10
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
8
5
Standardized time
input.
Standardized time
input.
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
20
7
Standardized time
input.
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
Coordinate presurgery services.
Schedule space
and equipment
in facility.
Provide pre-service education/
obtain consent.
Follow-up phone
calls & prescriptions.
Coordinate presurgery services.
Schedule space
and equipment
in facility.
Provide pre-service education/
obtain consent.
Follow-up phone
calls & prescriptions.
Coordinate presurgery services.
Schedule space
and equipment
in facility.
Provide pre-service education/
obtain consent.
Follow-up phone
calls & prescriptions.
7
3
Standardized time
input.
SB039
SD043
SD088
SD146
SD161
SD163
SF007
SG009
SG078
SH047
SJ041
SL036
SL156
33361 .....................
33362 .....................
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
33363 .....................
VerDate Mar<15>2010
Replace aortic
valve perq.
Replace aortic
valve open.
Replace aortic
valve open.
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CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Standardized time
input.
Standardized time
input.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
33364 .....................
CMS
Code
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
F
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
L051A
RN ........................
F
L051A
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
RN/LPN/MTA .......
L037D
RN ........................
F
EL011
room, angiography
NF
ECG, 3-channel
(with SpO2,
NIBP, temp,
resp).
NF
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
40
10
8
5
20
7
Standardized time
input.
7
3
Standardized time
input.
40
10
8
5
Standardized time
input.
Standardized time
input.
20
7
Standardized time
input.
7
3
Standardized time
input.
40
10
8
5
Standardized time
input.
Standardized time
input.
20
7
Standardized time
input.
7
3
Standardized time
input.
15
0
CMS clinical review.
15
0
CMS clinical review.
51
52
212
285
Coordinate presurgery services.
Schedule space
and equipment
in facility.
Provide pre-service education/
obtain consent.
Follow-up phone
calls & prescriptions.
Coordinate presurgery services.
Schedule space
and equipment
in facility.
Provide pre-service education/
obtain consent.
Follow-up phone
calls & prescriptions.
Coordinate presurgery services.
Schedule space
and equipment
in facility.
Provide pre-service education/
obtain consent.
Follow-up phone
calls & prescriptions.
Other Clinical Activity—specify:
for reference
code 33406 and
codes 33405
and 33430: Additional coordination between
multiple specialties for complex
procedures
(tests, meds,
scheduling, etc)
prior to patient
arrival at site of
service..
Other Clinical Activity—specify:
for reference
code 33406 and
codes 33405
and 33430: Additional coordination between
multiple specialties for complex
procedures
(tests, meds,
scheduling, etc)
prior to patient
arrival at site of
service..
..............................
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L037D
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RN/LPN/MTA .......
L037D
Repair arterial
blockage.
F
L037D
35475 .....................
RN/LPN/MTA .......
L037D
Replacement of
aortic valve.
F
L037D
33405 .....................
RN/LPN/MTA .......
L037D
#N/A .....................
F
L037D
Replace aortic
valve open.
RN/LPN/MTA .......
L037D
33366 .....................
L037D
L037D
33365 .....................
Replace aortic
valve open.
CMS Code
description
..............................
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Comment
Standardized time
input.
Standardized time
input.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Moderate Sedation
equipment—
Time includes
administering
anesthesia, procedure time,
and monitoring
patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
EQ032
212
285
light, exam ...........
NF
..............................
120
52
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
3
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
Complete preservice diagnostic & referral
forms.
Obtain vital signs
5
L037D
5
3
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
2
drape-towel, sterile
18in x 26in.
table, instrument,
mobile.
NF
Prepare room,
equipment, supplies.
..............................
4
SB019
4
2
NF
..............................
302
277
EL011
room, angiography
NF
..............................
43
44
EQ011
ECG, 3-channel
(with SpO2,
NIBP, temp,
resp).
NF
..............................
137
277
EQ032
IV infusion pump ..
NF
..............................
137
277
EQ168
light, exam ...........
NF
..............................
120
44
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
F
5
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
Schedule space
and equipment
in facility.
Obtain vital signs
3
L037D
5
3
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
2
drape-towel, sterile
18in x 26in.
stretcher ...............
NF
Prepare room,
equipment, supplies.
..............................
4
SB019
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
..............................
L037D
36221 .....................
NF
EQ168
35476 .....................
IV infusion pump ..
4
2
NF
..............................
272
0
NF
..............................
0
272
NF
..............................
49
45
Repair venous
blockage.
Ef027
Place cath thoracic aorta.
EF018
EF027
EL011
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equipment—
Time includes
administering
anesthesia, procedure time,
and monitoring
patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
Moderate Sedation
equipment—
Time includes
administering
anesthesia, procedure time,
and monitoring
patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Moderate Sedation
equipment—
Time includes
administering
anesthesia, procedure time,
and monitoring
patient.
Moderate Sedation
equipment—
Time includes
administering
anesthesia, procedure time,
and monitoring
patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
CMS Code correction.
CMS Code correction.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CMS refinement
(min or qty)
..............................
49
45
NF
..............................
49
45
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
5
3
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
Greet patient, provide gowning,
assure appropriate medical
records are
available.
Obtain vital signs
5
3
L041A
Angio Technician
NF
0
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
2
7
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
2
7
CMS clinical review.
SD249
Sterile Radioopaque ruler (le
Maitre, documentation available).
stretcher ...............
NF
Image Post Processing.
Prepare room,
equipment, supplies.
Prepare and position patient/monitor patient/set
up IV.
..............................
5
L041B
CPT Code
description
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
L037D
CPT
Code
1
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
282
0
NF
..............................
0
282
NF
..............................
59
55
CMS Code correction.
CMS Code correction.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
NonFac/Fac
contrast media
warmer.
NF
ER029
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
L037D
Place cath carotid/
inom art.
CMS Code
description
EQ088
36222 .....................
CMS
Code
EF018
EF027
EL011
table, instrument,
mobile.
room, angiography
Labor activity
(if applicable)
EQ088
59
55
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
NF
..............................
59
55
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
3
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
Greet patient, provide gowning,
assure appropriate medical
records are
available.
Obtain vital signs
5
L037D
5
3
SD147
catheter, (Glide) ...
NF
..............................
1
0
SD249
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
..............................
L037D
Place cath carotid/
inom art.
NF
ER029
36223 .....................
contrast media
warmer.
Sterile Radioopaque ruler (le
Maitre, documentation available).
stretcher ...............
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
287
0
NF
..............................
0
287
NF
..............................
64
60
EF018
EF027
EL011
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time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS Code correction.
CMS Code correction.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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(min or qty)
..............................
64
60
NF
..............................
64
60
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
5
3
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
Greet patient, provide gowning,
assure appropriate medical
records are
available.
Obtain vital signs
5
3
SD249
CPT Code
description
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
L037D
CPT
Code
Sterile Radioopaque ruler (le
Maitre, documentation available).
stretcher ...............
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
292
0
NF
..............................
0
292
NF
..............................
69
65
NonFac/Fac
contrast media
warmer.
NF
ER029
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
L037D
Place cath carotd
art.
CMS Code
description
EQ088
36224 .....................
CMS
Code
EF018
EF027
EL011
table, instrument,
mobile.
room, angiography
Labor activity
(if applicable)
EQ088
..............................
69
65
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
NF
..............................
69
65
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
3
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
Greet patient, provide gowning,
assure appropriate medical
records are
available.
Obtain vital signs
5
L037D
5
3
EF018
stretcher ...............
NF
..............................
287
0
EF027
Place cath subclavian art.
NF
ER029
36225 .....................
contrast media
warmer.
table, instrument,
mobile.
room, angiography
NF
..............................
0
287
NF
..............................
64
60
EL011
..............................
64
60
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
NF
..............................
64
60
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
3
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
Greet patient, provide gowning,
assure appropriate medical
records are
available.
Obtain vital signs
5
L037D
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NF
L037D
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warmer.
ER029
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EQ088
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3
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Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS Code correction.
CMS Code correction.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
CMS Code correction.
CMS Code correction.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
36226 .....................
CMS
Code
Place cath
vertebral art.
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
EF018
stretcher ...............
NF
..............................
292
0
EF027
table, instrument,
mobile.
room, angiography
NF
..............................
0
292
NF
..............................
69
65
EL011
EQ088
65
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
NF
..............................
69
65
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
5
3
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
Greet patient, provide gowning,
assure appropriate medical
records are
available.
Obtain vital signs
5
3
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
0
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
23
22
SC057
syringe 5–6ml ......
NF
Prepare room,
equipment, supplies.
Assisting with
flouroscopy/
image acquisition (75%).
..............................
1
L041B
4
0
EF027
table, instrument,
mobile.
NF
..............................
305
302
EL011
room, angiography
NF
..............................
77
72
EQ011
ECG, 3-channel
(with SpO2,
NIBP, temp,
resp).
NF
..............................
305
302
EQ032
IV infusion pump ..
NF
..............................
305
302
EQ088
Remove intrvas
foreign body.
69
L037D
37197 .....................
..............................
L037D
Place cath
intracranial art.
NF
ER029
36228 .....................
contrast media
warmer.
contrast media
warmer.
ultrasound unit,
portable.
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
NF
..............................
77
0
NF
..............................
77
0
NF
..............................
77
72
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EQ250
ER029
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CMS Code correction.
CMS Code correction.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Moderate Sedation
equipment—
Time includes
administering
anesthesia, procedure time,
and monitoring
patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Moderate Sedation
equipment—
Time includes
administering
anesthesia, procedure time,
and monitoring
patient.
Moderate Sedation
equipment—
Time includes
administering
anesthesia, procedure time,
and monitoring
patient.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Greet patient, provide gowning,
assure appropriate medical
records are
available.
Obtain vital signs
5
3
Standardized time
input.
5
3
7
5
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
5
2
Standardized time
input.
1
0
CMS clinical review.
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
Comment
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
SB005
cover-condom,
transducer or
ultrasound
probe.
sheath-cover, sterile, 96in x 6in
(transducer).
catheter, (Glide) ...
NF
Prepare room,
equipment, supplies (including
imaging equipment).
Prepare and position patient/monitor patient/set
up IV.
..............................
NF
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
1
0
guidewire, Amplatz
wire 260 cm.
sodium chloride
0.9% flush syringe.
pack, post-op incision care (suture & staple).
pack, post-op incision care (suture).
pack, post-op incision care (suture & staple).
pack, post-op incision care (suture).
room, radiographicfluoroscopic.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
2
0
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
F
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
F
..............................
0
1
CMS clinical review.
F
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
F
..............................
0
1
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
86
0
EQ175
lithotriptor, with Carm (ESWL).
NF
..............................
86
67
EF027
table, instrument,
mobile.
NF
..............................
100
65
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
100
65
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
100
65
EQ153
laser (gs, uro, obg,
ge) (Indigo Optima).
NF
..............................
100
65
EQ167
light source, xenon
NF
..............................
100
65
Consistent with
the AMA RUC’s
CY2011 recommendation.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
SB048
SD147
SD252
SH065
47600 .....................
Removal of gallbladder.
SA053
SA054
47605 .....................
Removal of gallbladder.
SA053
SA054
50590 .....................
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
52214 .....................
VerDate Mar<15>2010
Fragmenting of
kidney stone.
Cystoscopy and
treatment.
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CMS refinement
(min or qty)
..............................
100
65
NF
..............................
100
65
fiberscope, flexible, cystoscopy.
NF
..............................
100
92
video system, endoscopy (processor, digital
capture, monitor, printer, cart).
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
..............................
100
65
NF
Review Chart .......
3
0
drape-towel, sterile
18in x 26in.
gloves, sterile .......
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
0
1
SD270
Penis clamp .........
NF
..............................
1
0
SH047
CPT Code
description
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
SB024
CPT
Code
lidocaine 1%–2%
inj (Xylocaine).
table, instrument,
mobile.
NF
..............................
50
0
NF
..............................
105
67
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
NonFac/Fac
ES006
endoscope forceps, biopsy.
NF
ES007
endoscope forceps, grasping.
ES018
ES031
L037D
SB019
52224 .....................
Cystoscopy and
treatment.
EF027
Labor activity
(if applicable)
..............................
105
67
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
105
67
laser (gs, uro, obg,
ge) (Indigo Optima).
NF
..............................
105
67
EQ167
light source, xenon
NF
..............................
105
67
ES006
endoscope forceps, biopsy.
NF
..............................
105
67
ES007
endoscope forceps, grasping.
NF
..............................
105
67
ES018
fiberscope, flexible, cystoscopy.
NF
..............................
105
94
ES031
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NF
EQ153
VerDate Mar<15>2010
table, power .........
EQ137
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
EF031
video system, endoscopy (processor, digital
capture, monitor, printer, cart).
NF
..............................
105
67
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time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Duplicative.
CMS clinical review.
Not a disposable
according to
submitted invoice.
Duplicative.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
Review Chart .......
3
0
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
5
2
SB019
NF
1
0
SB024
drape-towel, sterile
18in x 26in.
gloves, sterile .......
Prepare biopsy
Specimen.
..............................
NF
..............................
3
1
SD270
Penis clamp .........
NF
..............................
1
0
SH047
lidocaine 1%–2%
inj (Xylocaine).
cup, biopsy-specimen sterile 4oz.
table, instrument,
mobile.
NF
..............................
50
0
NF
..............................
6
3
NF
..............................
78
49
SL036
52287 .....................
Cystoscopy
chemodenervation.
EF027
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
78
49
EQ170
light, fiberoptic
headlight wsource.
NF
..............................
78
49
ES018
fiberscope, flexible, cystoscopy.
NF
..............................
78
76
ES031
video system, endoscopy (processor, digital
capture, monitor, printer, cart).
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
..............................
78
49
NF
20
21
NF
Assist physician in
performing procedure.
..............................
10
0
NF
..............................
99
85
L037D
SH048
53850 .....................
Prostatic microwave thermotx.
EF020
lidocaine 2% jelly,
topical
(Xylocaine).
stretcher, endoscopy.
..............................
99
85
table, power .........
NF
..............................
169
152
table, power .........
F
..............................
169
152
EQ037
TUMT system
control unit.
NF
..............................
99
85
EQ168
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NF
EF031
VerDate Mar<15>2010
table, instrument,
mobile.
EF031
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
EF027
light, exam ...........
NF
..............................
169
152
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Comment
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Duplicative.
CMS clinical review.
Not a disposable
according to
submitted invoice.
Duplicative.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Conforming to
physician time.
Duplicative.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
EQ168
EQ250
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
..............................
169
152
ultrasound unit,
portable.
NF
..............................
99
85
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
4
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
5
0
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
5
0
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
3
0
SB022
gloves, non-sterile
NF
Prepare room,
equipment, supplies.
Setup ultrasound
probe.
Setup TUMT machine.
Clean TUMT machine.
..............................
2
L037D
3
2
SB024
gloves, sterile .......
NF
..............................
3
2
SH047
lidocaine 1%–2%
inj (Xylocaine).
lane, screening
(oph).
NF
..............................
3
30
F
..............................
39
27
EL006
lane, screening
(oph).
NF
..............................
48
45
SC031
Destroy nerve face
muscle.
F
L037D
64612 .....................
light, exam ...........
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
needle, 30g ..........
F
..............................
0
1
EL006
64615 .....................
Chemodenerv
musc migraine.
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
..............................
24
18
65800 .....................
Drainage of eye ...
EL006
Lane, Screening ..
NF
..............................
21
22
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
21
22
EF014
light, surgical ........
NF
..............................
20
22
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
20
22
EQ110
electrocauteryhyfrecator, up to
45 watts.
NF
..............................
1
22
EQ137
instrument pack,
basic ($500–
$1499).
NF
..............................
1
30
SB011
drape, sterile, fenestrated 16in x
29in.
drape-towel, sterile
18in x 26in.
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
4
1
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
67810 .....................
Biopsy eyelid & lid
margin.
SB019
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time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
SC029
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
4
room, basic radiology.
NF
..............................
20
13
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
NF
..............................
20
4
NF
..............................
1
0
ED025
film processor, wet
NF
..............................
28
6
room, basic radiology.
NF
..............................
28
19
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
NF
..............................
28
6
NF
..............................
1
0
ED025
film processor, wet
NF
..............................
36
8
room, basic radiology.
NF
..............................
36
25
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
NF
..............................
36
8
NF
..............................
1
0
EL007
room, CT ..............
NF
..............................
101
40
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
5
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
Retrieve prior appropriate imaging exams and
hang for MD review, verify orders, review the
chart to incorporate relevant
clinical information.
Greet patient, provide gowning,
assure appropriate medical
records are
available.
0
L041B
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20
Film jacket or jacket insert.
VerDate Mar<15>2010
..............................
ER029
Ct angiograph pelv
w/o&w/dye.
NF
EL012
72191 .....................
film processor, wet
Film jacket or jacket insert.
X-ray exam neck
spine 6/>vws.
ED025
ER029
72052 .....................
0
EL012
X-ray exam neck
spine 4/5vws.
1
Film jacket or jacket insert.
72050 .....................
..............................
ER029
X-ray exam neck
spine 3/2010
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CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
SB006
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
NF
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
0
1
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
0
1
needle, 14–20g,
biopsy.
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
1
0
syringe, 25ml (MRI
power injector).
plaster bandage
(4in x 5yd uou).
tape, elastic, 1in
(Elastoplast,
Elasticon) (5yd
uou).
tape, surgical
paper 1in
(Micropore).
sodium chloride
0.9% flush syringe.
computer media,
dvd.
computer media,
optical disk
2.6gb.
slide sleeve (photo
slides).
x-ray envelope .....
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
0
6
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
NF
..............................
6
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
0
15
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
0
0.1
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
1
0
film processor,
dry, laser.
room, CT ..............
NF
..............................
10
7
NF
..............................
54
39
NF
..............................
10
7
L046A
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
CT Technologist ..
NF
Pre-Service Period
7
4
L046A
CT Technologist ..
NF
Service Period .....
54
52
SC025
needle, 14–20g,
biopsy.
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
1
0
computer media,
dvd.
computer media,
optical disk
2.6gb.
slide sleeve (photo
slides).
x-ray envelope .....
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
0
0.1
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
0
8
ED024
film, x-ray, laser
print.
film processor,
dry, laser.
NF
..............................
63
33
EL008
room, MR .............
NF
..............................
63
33
ER029
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
NF
..............................
63
33
SB014
SC001
SC002
SC025
SC029
SC059
SG068
SG075
SG079
SH065
SK013
SK016
SK076
SK091
72194 .....................
Ct pelvis w/o & w/
dye.
ED024
EL007
ER029
SC029
SK013
SK016
SK076
SK091
SK098
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
73221 .....................
VerDate Mar<15>2010
Mri joint upr
extrem w/o dye.
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sheet 40in x
60in.
drape, sterile,
three-quarter
sheet.
angiocatheter
14g–24g.
angiocatheter set
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
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view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
rerererererere-
rerererere-
rererererere-
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
5
3
CMS clinical review.
3
2
Standardized time
input.
2
0
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
1
0
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Comment
L047A
MRI Technologist
NF
NF
Prepare room,
equipment, supplies.
Prepare and position patient/monitor patient/set
up IV.
Escort patient from
exam room due
to magnetic sensitivity.
..............................
ED024
film processor,
dry, laser.
NF
..............................
63
33
EL008
room, MR .............
NF
..............................
63
33
ER029
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
NF
..............................
63
33
L047A
MRI Technologist
NF
3
MRI Technologist
NF
3
2
Standardized time
input.
L047A
MRI Technologist
NF
2
0
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
Insert folder ..........
NF
Prepare room,
equipment, supplies.
Prepare and position patient/monitor patient/set
up IV.
Escort patient from
exam room due
to magnetic sensitivity.
..............................
5
L047A
1
0
film processor,
dry, laser.
printer, laser,
paper.
room, CT ..............
NF
..............................
5
0
NF
..............................
0
5
EL007
NF
..............................
32
22
L046A
CT Technologist ..
NF
Pre-Service Period
6
4
SK013
Ct abdomen w/o
dye.
NF
Insert folder ..........
74150 .....................
MRI Technologist
L047A
Mri jnt of lwr extre
w/o dye.
NF
L047A
73721 .....................
MRI Technologist
computer media,
dvd.
computer media,
optical disk
2.6gb.
slide sleeve (photo
slides).
x-ray envelope .....
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
0
0.1
Non-standard direct practice expense input.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
1
0
film, x-ray, laser
print.
film processor,
dry, laser.
printer, laser,
paper.
room, CT ..............
NF
..............................
4
8
NF
..............................
7
0
NF
..............................
0
5
NF
..............................
47
32
ED024
ED032
SK016
SK076
SK091
SK098
74160 .....................
Ct abdomen w/dye
ED024
ED032
EL007
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
ER029
7
5
NF
Pre-Service Period
7
4
CT Technologist ..
NF
Service Period .....
47
43
SB006
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L046A
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NF
L046A
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
CT Technologist ..
drape, non-sterile,
sheet 40in x
60in.
NF
..............................
1
0
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
SB014
SC001
SC002
SC025
SC029
SC059
SG075
SG079
SH065
SH068
SK013
SK016
SK076
SK091
SK098
74170 .....................
Ct abdomen w/o &
w/dye.
ED024
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
drape, sterile,
three-quarter
sheet.
angiocatheter
14g–24g.
angiocatheter set
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
NF
..............................
0
1
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
0
1
needle, 14–20g,
biopsy.
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
1
0
syringe, 25ml (MRI
power injector).
tape, elastic, 1in
(Elastoplast,
Elasticon) (5yd
uou).
tape, surgical
paper 1in
(Micropore).
sodium chloride
0.9% flush syringe.
sodium chloride
0.9% inj
bacteriostatic
(30ml uou).
computer media,
dvd.
computer media,
optical disk
2.6gb.
slide sleeve (photo
slides).
x-ray envelope .....
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
0
6
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
CMS clinical
view.
NF
..............................
6
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
0
15
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
0
0.1
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
6
4
NF
..............................
15
7
film, x-ray, laser
print.
film processor,
dry, laser.
rererererere-
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
room, CT ..............
NF
..............................
65
39
ER029
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
NF
..............................
15
7
L046A
CT Technologist ..
NF
4
CT Technologist ..
NF
32
27
CMS clinical review.
L046A
CT Technologist ..
NF
15
7
SB006
drape, non-sterile,
sheet 40in x
60in.
drape, sterile,
three-quarter
sheet.
NF
Retrieve prior appropriate imaging exams and
hang for MD review, verify orders, review the
chart to incorporate relevant
clinical information and confirm
contrast protocol
with interpreting
MD.
Assist physician in
performing procedure.
Image Post Processing.
..............................
7
L046A
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
EL007
1
0
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
0
1
SB014
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
SC001
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
angiocatheter
14g–24g.
angiocatheter set
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
0
1
needle, 14–20g,
biopsy.
needle, 18–27g ....
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
1
0
syringe, 25ml (MRI
power injector).
gauze, non-sterile
2in x 2in.
tape, elastic, 1in
(Elastoplast,
Elasticon) (5yd
uou).
tape, surgical
paper 1in
(Micropore).
barium suspension
(Polibar).
sodium chloride
0.9% flush syringe.
sodium chloride
0.9% inj
bacteriostatic
(30ml uou).
computer media,
dvd.
computer media,
optical disk
2.6gb.
slide sleeve (photo
slides).
x-ray envelope .....
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
0
6
NF
..............................
6
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
900
0
NF
..............................
0
15
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
0
0.1
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
1
0
film, x-ray, laser
print.
room, CT ..............
NF
..............................
14
8
NF
..............................
101
40
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
0
5
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
0
3
CMS clinical review.
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
0
2
CMS clinical review.
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
0
2
Standardized time
input.
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
0
7
CMS clinical review.
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
Retrieve prior appropriate imaging exams and
hang for MD review, verify orders, review the
chart to incorporate relevant
clinical information.
Greet patient, provide gowning,
assure appropriate medical
records are
available.
Education/instruction/counseling/
obtain consent.
Prepare room,
equipment, supplies.
Prepare and position patient/monitor patient/set
up IV.
Aquire images ......
0
28
Clean room/equipment by physician staff.
0
3
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
SC002
SC025
SC029
SC059
SG050
SG075
SG079
SH016
SH065
SH068
SK013
SK016
SK076
SK091
SK098
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
74175 .....................
Ct angio abdom w/
o & w/dye.
EL007
L041B
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CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
L046A
NF
CT Technologist ..
NF
L046A
CT Technologist ..
NF
L046A
CT Technologist ..
NF
L046A
CT Technologist ..
NF
L046A
CT Technologist ..
NF
L046A
CT Technologist ..
NF
SK016
Ct abd & pelvis ....
CT Technologist ..
L046A
74176 .....................
computer media,
optical disk
2.6gb.
printer, laser,
paper.
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
CT Technologist ..
ED032
ER029
L046A
SK016
SK076
74177 .....................
Ct abd & pelv w/
contrast.
ED032
EL007
ER029
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
computer media,
optical disk
2.6gb.
slide sleeve (photo
slides).
printer, laser,
paper.
room, CT ..............
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
5
0
CMS clinical review.
3
0
CMS clinical review.
2
0
CMS clinical review.
5
0
CMS clinical review.
7
0
CMS clinical review.
28
0
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Retrieve prior appropriate imaging exams and
hang for MD review, verify orders, review the
chart to incorporate relevant
clinical information.
Greet patient, provide gowning,
assure appropriate medical
records are
available.
Education/instruction/counseling/
obtain consent.
Prepare room,
equipment, supplies.
Prepare and position patient/monitor patient/set
up IV.
Aquire images ......
3
0
NF
Clean room/equipment by physician staff.
..............................
1
0.1
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
8
7
NF
..............................
27
7
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
NF
Service Period .....
40
39
NF
..............................
0
0.1
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
10
7
NF
..............................
42
39
NF
..............................
42
7
L046A
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
CT Technologist ..
NF
Pre-Service Period
7
6
L046A
CT Technologist ..
NF
Service Period .....
58
52
SK016
computer media,
optical disk
2.6gb.
slide sleeve (photo
slides).
film, x-ray, laser
print.
printer, laser,
paper.
room, CT ..............
NF
..............................
0
0.1
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
10
8
NF
..............................
20
10
NF
..............................
57
48
SK076
SK098
74178 .....................
Ct abd & pelv 1/>
regns.
ED032
EL007
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
ER029
..............................
57
10
NF
Pre-Service Period
7
6
L046A
CT Technologist ..
NF
Service Period .....
83
64
SK016
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film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
CT Technologist ..
NF
L046A
VerDate Mar<15>2010
computer media,
optical disk
2.6gb.
NF
..............................
0
0.1
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
SK076
SK098
76830 .....................
Transvaginal us
non-ob.
ED024
ED032
EF027
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
slide sleeve (photo
slides).
film, x-ray, laser
print.
film processor,
dry, laser.
printer, laser,
paper.
table, instrument,
mobile.
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
NF
..............................
0
1
NF
..............................
23
16
NF
..............................
5
0
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
0
36
Comment
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
EF034
table, ultrasound ..
NF
..............................
0
36
EL015
room, ultrasound,
general.
ultrasound unit,
portable.
NF
..............................
37
0
NF
..............................
0
36
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
ultrasound probe ..
NF
..............................
10
0
NF
..............................
0
37
RN/Diagnostic
Medical
Sonographer.
gown, patient .......
NF
3
2
NF
Clean room/equipment by physician staff.
..............................
0
1
lubricating jelly
(Surgilube).
table, instrument,
mobile.
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
68
34
EF034
table, ultrasound ..
NF
..............................
68
34
EQ250
ultrasound unit,
portable.
NF
..............................
68
34
ER086
ultrasound probe ..
NF
..............................
68
35
L051B
RN/Diagnostic
Medical
Sonographer.
RN/Diagnostic
Medical
Sonographer.
RN/Diagnostic
Medical
Sonographer.
RN/Diagnostic
Medical
Sonographer.
RN/Diagnostic
Medical
Sonographer.
RN/Diagnostic
Medical
Sonographer.
NF
0
3
NF
Retrieve prior images for comparison:.
Review Chart .......
3
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
Obtain vital signs
3
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
Prepare room,
equipment, supplies.
Prepare
ultrasound
probe.
Obtain vital signs
2
3
CMS clinical review.
5
0
CMS clinical review.
3
0
CMS clinical review.
EQ250
ER029
ER086
L051B
SB026
SJ033
76872 .....................
Us transrectal ......
EF027
L051B
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
L051B
L051B
L051B
L051B
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CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
L051B
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RN/Diagnostic
Medical
Sonographer.
drape, sterile, for
Mayo stand.
iv tubing (extension).
lidocaine 2% jelly,
topical
(Xylocaine).
alcohol isopropyl
70%.
lubricating jelly (K–
Y) (5gm uou).
glutaraldehyde
3.4% (Cidex,
Maxicide,
Wavicide).
glutaraldehyde test
strips (Cidex,
Metrex).
sanitizing clothwipe (surface,
instruments,
equipment).
film processor, wet
NF
EL014
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
3
2
CMS clinical review.
NF
Clean room/equipment by physician staff.
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
10
0
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
5
0
NF
..............................
2
0
NF
..............................
32
0
NF
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
2
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
3
2
room, radiographicfluoroscopic.
NF
..............................
9
18
ER029
film alternator (motorized film
viewbox).
NF
..............................
3
2
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
2
1
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
L041B
Radiologic Technologist.
NF
3
2
CMS clinical review.
1
2
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
SB012
SC019
SH048
SJ001
SJ032
SM018
SM019
SM022
77003 .....................
Fluoroguide for
spine inject.
ED025
77080 .....................
Dxa bone density
axial.
ER078
phantom, spine,
DXA calibration
check.
NF
Clean room/equipment by physician staff.
Process films,
hang films and
review study
with interpreting
MD prior to patient discharge.
..............................
77301 .....................
Radiotherapy dose
plan imrt.
ED011
computer system,
record and
verify.
treatment planning
system, IMRT
(Corvus w-Peregrine 3D Monte
Carlo).
IMRT CT-based
simulator.
chamber, Farmertype.
NF
..............................
20
0
NF
..............................
376
330
NF
..............................
58
47
NF
..............................
45
47
electrometer, PCbased, dual
channel.
NF
..............................
45
47
ED033
ER005
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
ER014
ER028
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
ER050
..............................
45
47
IMRT accelerator
NF
..............................
45
47
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
Obtain vital signs
3
0
EF010
chair, thyroid imaging.
NF
..............................
40
30
ER063
Thyroid uptake
measurement.
NF
ER089
78012 .....................
phantom, solid
water calibration
check.
thyroid uptake system.
NF
..............................
40
30
78013 .....................
Thyroid imaging w/
blood flow.
ER032
gamma camera
system, singledual head.
NF
..............................
48
38
78014 .....................
Thyroid imaging w/
blood flow.
EF010
chair, thyroid imaging.
NF
..............................
65
55
ER032
gamma camera
system, singledual head.
NF
..............................
65
50
ER063
thyroid uptake system.
NF
..............................
65
55
78070 .....................
Parathyroid planar
imaging.
ER032
gamma camera
system, singledual head.
NF
..............................
73
68
78071 .....................
Parathyrd planar
w/wo subtrj.
ER032
gamma camera
system, singledual head.
NF
..............................
86
81
86153 .....................
Cell enumeration
phys interp.
EP106
CELLSEARCH
system.
NF
..............................
16
0
EP107
Laboratory Information System.
NF
..............................
4
0
L045A
Cytotechnologist ..
NF
5
0
EP088
ThermoBrite .........
NF
Collate images
and review with
Pathologist.
..............................
107
321
EP092
NF
..............................
1.33
73.00
EP088
Olympus BX41
Fluorescent Microscope (without filters or
camera ).
ThermoBrite .........
NF
..............................
26.75
160.50
EP090
IkoniLan Software
NF
..............................
2.97
29.70
EP091
IkoniScope ...........
NF
..............................
2.97
29.70
................
courier transportation cost.
Copath System
with maintenance contract.
Copath software ..
NF
..............................
2.02
0
NF
..............................
3
0
NF
..............................
3
0
88120 .....................
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
88121 .....................
88300 .....................
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probes cmptr.
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Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Laboratory physician interpretation code.
Laboratory physician interpretation code.
Laboratory physician interpretation code.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
88302 .....................
CMS
Code
................
specimen, solvent,
and formalin disposal cost.
courier transportation cost.
equipment maintenance cost.
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
Tissue exam by
pathologist.
................
................
Indirect Practice
Expense.
NF
..............................
2.02
0
NF
..............................
0.61
0
NF
..............................
3
0
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Included in equipment cost per
minute calculation.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
NF
..............................
3
0
specimen, solvent,
and formalin disposal cost.
courier transportation cost.
equipment maintenance cost.
NF
..............................
0.35
0
NF
..............................
2.02
0
NF
..............................
0.61
0
NF
..............................
5
0
NF
..............................
5
0
specimen, solvent,
and formalin disposal cost.
courier transportation cost.
equipment maintenance cost.
NF
..............................
0.35
0
NF
..............................
2.02
0
NF
..............................
0.61
0
NF
..............................
4
0
NF
..............................
4
0
specimen, solvent,
and formalin disposal cost.
courier transportation cost.
equipment maintenance cost.
NF
..............................
1.85
0
NF
..............................
2.02
0
NF
..............................
0.61
0
NF
..............................
10
0
NF
..............................
10
0
specimen, solvent,
and formalin disposal cost.
courier transportation cost.
equipment maintenance cost.
NF
..............................
1.85
0
NF
..............................
2.02
0
NF
..............................
0.61
0
Copath System
with maintenance contract.
Copath software ..
88309 .....................
Tissue exam by
pathologist.
................
0
Copath System
with maintenance contract.
Copath software ..
88307 .....................
Tissue exam by
pathologist.
0.18
Copath System
with maintenance contract.
Copath software ..
88305 .....................
................
..............................
Copath System
with maintenance contract.
Copath software ..
Tissue exam by
pathologist.
NF
Copath System
with maintenance contract.
Copath software ..
88304 .....................
Tissue exam by
pathologist.
CMS Code
description
NF
..............................
12
0
NF
..............................
12
0
90791 .....................
Psych diagnostic
evaluation.
................
..............................
NF
..............................
..........................
....................
90832 .....................
Psytx pt&/family
30 minutes.
................
..............................
NF
..............................
..........................
....................
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Indirect Practice
Expense.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Included in equipment cost per
minute calculation.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Included in equipment cost per
minute calculation.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Included in equipment cost per
minute calculation.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Included in equipment cost per
minute calculation.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
Indirect Practice
Expense.
2012 Fully Implemented PE
RVUs maintained.
2012 Fully Implemented PE
RVUs maintained.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
90834 .....................
Psytx pt&/family
45 minutes.
................
..............................
NF
..............................
..........................
....................
90836 .....................
Psytx pt&/fam w/
e&m 45 min.
................
..............................
NF
..............................
..........................
....................
91112 .....................
Gi wireless capsule measure.
................
Activation Fixture
NF
..............................
5
0
Docking Station ...
NF
..............................
40
0
MotiliGI software ..
NF
..............................
40
0
EQ352
Data receiver .......
NF
..............................
7,220
2,880
SA048
pack, minimum
multi-specialty
visit.
SmartBar ..............
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
1
0
pack, ophthalmology visit (no
dilation).
lane, screening
(oph).
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
12
17
EQ029
Humphrey field
analyzer.
NF
..............................
12
17
EQ165
lens set, trial, full
diameter, wframe.
pack, ophthalmology visit (no
dilation).
lane, screening
(oph).
NF
..............................
12
17
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
22
27
92081 .....................
Visual field examination(s).
SA050
EL006
92082 .....................
Visual field examination(s).
SA050
EL006
EQ029
Visual field examination(s).
NF
..............................
22
27
EQ165
92083 .....................
Humphrey field
analyzer.
lens set, trial, full
diameter, wframe.
pack, ophthalmology visit (no
dilation).
lane, screening
(oph).
NF
..............................
22
27
NF
..............................
1
0
NF
..............................
32
37
SA050
EL006
92235 .....................
VerDate Mar<15>2010
Eye exam with
photos.
14:54 Aug 09, 2013
Humphrey field
analyzer.
NF
..............................
32
37
EQ165
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
EQ029
lens set, trial, full
diameter, wframe.
camera, retinal
(TRC 50IX, wICG, filters,
motor drives).
NF
..............................
32
37
NF
..............................
60
35
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2012 Fully Implemented PE
RVUs maintained.
2012 Fully Implemented PE
RVUs maintained.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
EF030
NF
..............................
60
35
COMT/COT/RN/
CST.
NF
5
2
Certified Retinal
Angio.
NF
40
20
CMS clinical review.
table, exam ..........
NF
Monitor pt. following service/
check tubes,
monitors, drains.
Assist physician in
performing procedure.
..............................
58
46
cardiac monitor wtreadmill (12lead PC-based
ECG).
NF
..............................
58
46
L051A
RN ........................
NF
20
14
table, exam ..........
NF
Assist physician in
performing procedure.
..............................
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
EF023
58
46
EQ078
cardiac monitor wtreadmill (12lead PC-based
ECG).
NF
..............................
58
46
L051A
RN ........................
NF
14
RN ........................
NF
0
4
CMS clinical review.
ED011
computer system,
record and
verify.
computer, desktop, w-monitor.
NF
Assist physician in
performing procedure.
Complete diagnostic forms, lab
& X-ray requisitions.
..............................
20
L051A
10
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
95
7
ED025
film processor, wet
NF
..............................
10
7
ED034
Lower extremity
study.
lane, exam (oph)
EQ078
93925 .....................
35
EF023
Cardiovascular
stress test.
60
L039A
93017 .....................
..............................
L038A
Cardiovascular
stress test.
NF
EL005
93015 .....................
table, motorized
(for instrumentsequipment).
video SVHS VCR
(medical grade).
room, ultrasound,
vascular.
NF
..............................
95
0
NF
..............................
95
76
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
ED021
EL016
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
ER067
..............................
10
7
Vascular Technologist.
NF
2
Vascular Technologist.
NF
Provide pre-service education/
obtain consent.
Prepare room,
equipment, supplies.
3
L054A
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NF
L054A
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x-ray view box, 4
panel.
3
2
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time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Standardized time
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
3
2
10
7
1
0
CMS clinical review.
4
0
CMS clinical review.
1
0
..............................
10
0
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
59
4
film processor, wet
NF
..............................
10
4
video SVHS VCR
(medical grade).
room, ultrasound,
vascular.
NF
..............................
59
0
NF
..............................
59
42
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
NonFac/Fac
Vascular Technologist.
Vascular Technologist.
NF
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
NF
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
NF
SK086
video tape, VHS ..
NF
Prepare and position patient.
Other Clinical Activity: Collate
preliminary data,
arrange images,
archive.
Other Clinical Activity: Record
patient history.
Other Clinical Activity: QA documentation.
..............................
ED011
computer system,
record and
verify.
computer, desktop, w-monitor.
NF
ED025
ED034
L054A
L054A
93926 .....................
Lower extremity
study.
ED021
EL016
NF
Labor activity
(if applicable)
Comment
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
ER067
x-ray view box, 4
panel.
NF
..............................
10
4
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
NF
3
2
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
NF
3
2
Standardized time
input.
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
Vascular Technologist.
NF
3
2
8
4
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
NF
1
0
CMS clinical review.
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
NF
4
0
CMS clinical review.
SK086
video tape, VHS ..
NF
Provide pre-service education/
obtain consent.
Prepare room,
equipment, supplies.
Prepare and position patient.
Other Clinical Activity: Collate
preliminary data,
arrange images,
archive.
Other Clinical Activity: Record
patient history.
Other Clinical Activity: QA documentation.
..............................
1
0
ED011
computer system,
record and
verify.
computer, desktop, w-monitor.
NF
..............................
10
0
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
71
7
L054A
93970 .....................
Extremity study ....
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
ED021
NF
ED025
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NF
..............................
10
7
ED034
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film processor, wet
video SVHS VCR
(medical grade).
NF
..............................
71
0
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time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
EL016
room, ultrasound,
vascular.
NF
..............................
71
52
ER067
x-ray view box, 4
panel.
NF
..............................
10
7
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
NF
3
2
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
NF
3
2
Standardized time
input.
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
Vascular Technologist.
NF
3
2
10
7
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
NF
1
0
CMS clinical review.
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
NF
4
0
CMS clinical review.
SK086
video tape, VHS ..
NF
Provide pre-service education/
obtain consent.
Prepare room,
equipment, supplies.
Prepare and position patient.
Other Clinical Activity: Collate
preliminary data,
arrange images,
archive.
Other Clinical Activity: Record
patient history.
Other Clinical Activity: QA documentation.
..............................
1
0
ED011
computer system,
record and
verify.
computer, desktop, w-monitor.
NF
..............................
10
0
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
45
4
L054A
93971 .....................
Extremity study ....
ED021
NF
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
ED025
film processor, wet
NF
..............................
10
4
ED034
video SVHS VCR
(medical grade).
room, ultrasound,
vascular.
x-ray view box, 4
panel.
NF
..............................
45
0
NF
..............................
45
30
NF
..............................
10
4
3
2
3
2
Standardized time
input.
3
2
6
4
Standardized time
input.
CMS clinical review.
1
0
CMS clinical review.
4
0
CMS clinical review.
2
1
CMS clinical review.
1
0
CMS clinical review.
EL016
ER067
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
NF
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
NF
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
Vascular Technologist.
NF
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
NF
L054A
Vascular Technologist.
NF
SB006
drape, non-sterile,
sheet 40in x
60in.
video tape, VHS ..
NF
Provide pre-service education/
obtain consent.
Prepare room,
equipment, supplies.
Prepare and position patient.
Other Clinical Activity: Collate
preliminary data,
arrange images,
archive.
Other Clinical Activity: Record
patient history.
Other Clinical Activity: QA documentation.
..............................
NF
..............................
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L054A
SK086
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
95076 .....................
CMS
Code
Ingest challenge
ini 120 min.
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
..............................
141
133
EQ168
light, exam ...........
NF
..............................
141
133
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
15
7
refrigerator, vaccine, commercial grade, walarm lock.
x-ray machine,
portable.
bedroom furniture
(hospital bed,
table, reclining
chair).
NF
Prepare testing
doses.
..............................
15
0
NF
..............................
17
0
NF
..............................
660
602
Crib ......................
NF
..............................
660
0
EQ134
impedance meter,
32-channel.
NF
..............................
660
602
EQ272
NF
..............................
660
662
ER088
sleep diagnostic
system, attended (w-acquisition station, review master,
computer).
Capnograph .........
Infrared illuminator
NF
NF
..............................
..............................
660
660
0
602
L047B
REEGT ................
NF
5
3
L047B
REEGT ................
NF
6
5
CMS clinical review.
L047B
REEGT ................
NF
Provide pre-service education/
obtain consent.
Other Clinical Activity—specify:
Set up and calibrate all monitoring and recording equipment (initial), including
capnograph (for
child).
Other Clinical Activity—specify:
Measure and
mark head and
face. Apply and
secure electrodes to head
and face. Check
impedances.
Reapply electrodes as needed. (1.5 min per
electrode for
child, 1 min per
electrode for
adult).
30
20
CMS clinical review.
95115 .....................
Immunotherapy
one injection.
EF040
95117 .....................
Immunotherapy injections.
Polysom <6 yrs 4/
> paramtrs.
EF041
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
95782 .....................
VerDate Mar<15>2010
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time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Duplicative.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
L047B
NF
EF003
bedroom furniture
(hospital bed,
table, reclining
chair).
15
CMS clinical review.
20
0
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
100
97
NF
660
647
NF
..............................
660
0
impedance meter,
32-channel.
NF
..............................
660
647
EQ272
sleep diagnostic
system, attended (w-acquisition station, review master,
computer).
Capnograph .........
Infrared illuminator
NF
..............................
660
707
ER088
NF
NF
..............................
..............................
660
660
0
647
L047B
REEGT ................
NF
3
REEGT ................
NF
Provide pre-service education/
obtain consent.
Other Clinical Activity—specify:
Set up and calibrate all monitoring and recording equipment (initial), including
capnograph (for
child).
5
L047B
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
REEGT ................
0
Other Clinical Activity—specify:
Apply recording
devices for
cardio-respiratory, leg
movements,
body positioning
and snoring.
Other Clinical Activity—specify:
Apply recording
devices for
cardio-respiratory, leg
movements,
body positioning, snoring
and
capnography.
Other Clinical Activity—specify:
Daytime tech reviews and edits
recording, marks
artifacts, scores
sleep stages,
performs evaluation of physiological changes.
..............................
EQ134
14:54 Aug 09, 2013
NF
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Crib ......................
VerDate Mar<15>2010
REEGT ................
L047B
Polysom <6 yrs
cpap/bilvl.
NF
L047B
95783 .....................
REEGT ................
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
6
5
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Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Duplicative.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
30
20
CMS clinical review.
0
15
CMS clinical review.
20
0
CMS clinical review.
100
97
CMS clinical review.
44
41
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Conforming to
physician time.
L047B
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
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REEGT ................
NF
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
EMG–NCV–EP
system, 8 channel.
NF
..............................
44
41
Electrodiagnostic
Technologist.
NF
19
29
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
Assist physician in
performing procedure.
..............................
58
52
EQ024
Muscle test 4
limbs.
NF
L037A
95864 .....................
REEGT ................
Other Clinical Activity—specify:
Measure and
mark head and
face. Apply and
secure electrodes to head
and face. Check
impedances.
Reapply electrodes as needed. (1.5 min per
electrode for
child, 1 min per
electrode for
adult).
Other Clinical Activity—specify:
Apply recording
devices for
cardio-respiratory, leg
movements,
body positioning
and snoring.
Other Clinical Activity—specify:
Apply recording
devices for
cardio-respiratory, leg
movements,
body positioning, snoring
and
capnography.
Other Clinical Activity—specify:
Daytime tech reviews and edits
recording, marks
artifacts, scores
sleep stages,
performs evaluation of physiological changes.
..............................
EQ024
Muscle test 3
limbs.
NF
L047B
95863 .....................
REEGT ................
L047B
Muscle test 2
limbs.
NF
L047B
95861 .....................
REEGT ................
EMG–NCV–EP
system, 8 channel.
NF
..............................
58
52
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
..............................
71
62
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
EQ024
95907 .....................
Muscle test cran
nerve bilat.
Motor&/sens 1–2
nrv cndj tst.
NF
..............................
71
62
EF023
table, exam ..........
NF
..............................
35
32
EQ024
95868 .....................
EMG–NCV–EP
system, 8 channel.
EMG–NCV–EP
system, 8 channel.
NF
..............................
35
32
SG051
gauze, non-sterile
4in x 4in.
gauze, sterile 4in x
4in.
tape, surgical
paper 1in
(Micropore).
electrode skin
prep gel
(NuPrep).
gauze, non-sterile
4in x 4in.
gauze, sterile 4in x
4in.
tape, surgical
paper 1in
(Micropore).
electrode skin
prep gel
(NuPrep).
gauze, non-sterile
4in x 4in.
gauze, sterile 4in x
4in.
tape, surgical
paper 1in
(Micropore).
electrode skin
prep gel
(NuPrep).
Electrodiagnostic
Technologist.
gauze, non-sterile
4in x 4in.
gauze, sterile 4in x
4in.
tape, surgical
paper 1in
(Micropore).
electrode skin
prep gel
(NuPrep).
Electrodiagnostic
Technologist.
gauze, non-sterile
4in x 4in.
gauze, sterile 4in x
4in.
tape, surgical
paper 1in
(Micropore).
electrode skin
prep gel
(NuPrep).
Electrodiagnostic
Technologist.
gauze, non-sterile
4in x 4in.
gauze, sterile 4in x
4in.
tape, surgical
paper 1in
(Micropore).
NF
..............................
0
4
NF
..............................
4
0
NF
..............................
12
0
NF
..............................
100
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
0
8
NF
..............................
8
0
NF
..............................
24
0
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
100
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
0
12
NF
..............................
12
0
NF
..............................
36
0
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
100
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
50
40
NF
..............................
0
16
NF
..............................
16
0
NF
..............................
48
0
Conforming to
physician time.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
100
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
64
50
NF
..............................
0
20
NF
..............................
20
0
NF
..............................
60
0
Conforming to
physician time.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
100
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
77
60
NF
..............................
0
24
NF
..............................
24
0
NF
..............................
72
0
Conforming to
physician time.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
SG055
SG079
SJ022
95908 .....................
Motor&/sens 3–4
nrv cndj tst.
SG051
SG055
SG079
SJ022
95909 .....................
Motor&/sens 5–6
nrv cndj tst.
SG051
SG055
SG079
SJ022
95910 .....................
Motor&sens 7–8
nrv cndj test.
L037A
SG051
SG055
SG079
SJ022
95911 .....................
Motor&sen 9–10
nrv cndj test.
L037A
SG051
SG055
SG079
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
SJ022
95912 .....................
Motor&sen 11–12
nrv cnd test.
L037A
SG051
SG055
SG079
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time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
SJ022
95913 .....................
Motor&sens 13/>
nrv cnd test.
L037A
SG051
SG055
SG079
SJ022
95921 .....................
Autonomic nrv
parasym inervj.
EF032
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
electrode skin
prep gel
(NuPrep).
Electrodiagnostic
Technologist.
gauze, non-sterile
4in x 4in.
gauze, sterile 4in x
4in.
tape, surgical
paper 1in
(Micropore).
electrode skin
prep gel
(NuPrep).
table, tilt (wtrendelenberg).
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
NF
..............................
100
0
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
87
70
NF
..............................
0
26
NF
..............................
26
0
NF
..............................
78
0
Conforming to
physician time.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
100
0
NF
..............................
64
55
EQ051
arterial tonometry
acquisition system (WR
Testworks).
NF
..............................
64
55
EQ052
arterial tonometry
monitor (Colin
Pilot).
NF
..............................
64
55
L037A
Electrodiagnostic
Technologist.
NF
3
0
L037A
Electrodiagnostic
Technologist.
Electrodiagnostic
Technologist.
NF
Greet patient, provide gowning,
assure appropriate medical
records are
available.
Obtain vital signs
3
0
EF032
table, tilt (wtrendelenberg).
EQ051
L037A
5
2
NF
79
70
arterial tonometry
acquisition system (WR
Testworks).
NF
..............................
79
70
arterial tonometry
monitor (Colin
Pilot).
NF
..............................
79
70
L037A
Electrodiagnostic
Technologist.
NF
0
Electrodiagnostic
Technologist.
Electrodiagnostic
Technologist.
NF
Greet patient, provide gowning,
assure appropriate medical
records are
available.
Obtain vital signs
3
L037A
Autonomic nrv
adrenrg inervj.
Monitor pt. following service/
check tubes,
monitors, drains.
..............................
EQ052
95922 .....................
3
0
5
2
QSART acquisition
system (QSweat).
NF
74
61
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
L037A
95923 .....................
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syst funj test.
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NF
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Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
EQ124
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
stimulator, constant current, wstimulating and
grounding electrodes (Grass
Telefactor).
light, infra-red,
ceiling mount.
NF
..............................
74
61
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
NF
..............................
74
61
L037A
Electrodiagnostic
Technologist.
NF
55
45
L037A
Electrodiagnostic
Technologist.
NF
5
2
CMS clinical review.
SJ020
electrode conductive gel.
table, tilt (wtrendelenberg).
NF
Assist physician in
performing procedure.
Monitor pt. following service/
check tubes,
monitors, drains.
..............................
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
5
0
NF
..............................
79
76
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
EQ171
95924 .....................
Ans parasymp &
symp w/tilt.
EF032
EQ051
..............................
79
76
Electrodiagnostic
Technologist.
NF
5
2
table, power .........
NF
Monitor pt. following service/
check tubes,
monitors, drains.
..............................
20
26
laser, excimer ......
NF
..............................
20
26
light, exam ...........
NF
..............................
17
26
NF
..............................
1
0
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
1
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
3
2
CMS clinical review.
SF028
NF
1
0
SJ029
laser tip (single
use).
ice pack, instant ...
Monitor pt. following service/
check tubes,
monitors, drains.
Clean room/equipment by physician staff.
..............................
3
L037D
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
NF
Annual Laser
Service Package.
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arterial tonometry
monitor (Colin
Pilot).
EQ168
VerDate Mar<15>2010
76
EF031
Laser tx skin 250–
500 sq cm.
79
EQ161
96921 .....................
..............................
L037A
Laser tx skin <
250 sq cm.
NF
EQ052
96920 .....................
arterial tonometry
acquisition system (WR
Testworks).
NF
..............................
4
1
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
23
29
CMS clinical review.
CMS Code correction.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
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time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Included in equipment cost per
minute calculation.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
CMS Code
description
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
Comment
EQ161
29
light, exam ...........
NF
..............................
23
29
NF
..............................
1
0
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
1
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
3
2
CMS clinical review.
SF028
NF
1
0
SJ029
laser tip (single
use).
ice pack, instant ...
Monitor pt. following service/
check tubes,
monitors, drains.
Clean room/equipment by physician staff.
..............................
3
L037D
NF
..............................
4
2
EF031
table, power .........
NF
..............................
33
39
EQ161
laser, excimer ......
NF
..............................
33
39
EQ168
light, exam ...........
NF
..............................
30
39
Annual Laser
Service Package.
NF
..............................
1
0
L037D
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
3
1
RN/LPN/MTA .......
NF
3
2
CMS clinical review.
SF028
laser tip (single
use).
ultrasonic biometry, pachymeter.
NF
Monitor pt. following service/
check tubes,
monitors, drains.
Clean room/equipment by physician staff.
..............................
CMS clinical review.
CMS Code correction.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
Included in equipment cost per
minute calculation.
CMS clinical review.
L037D
Group therapeutic
procedures.
23
L037D
97150 .....................
..............................
Annual Laser
Service Package.
Laser tx skin >500
sq cm.
NF
EQ168
96922 .....................
laser, excimer ......
1
0
NF
..............................
10
5
NF
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use exclusive to patient.
CMS clinical review.
NF
..............................
1
0
CMS clinical review.
F
Communication
(with patient,
family members,
guardian or
caretaker, surrogate decision
makers, and/or
other professionals) regarding aspects of
care, etc..
0
45
CMS clinical review.
EQ248
EQ269
SA007
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
99495 .....................
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14 day disch.
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monitor, ambulatory, w-battery
charger.
kit, cooking activity
ingredients
(mac-cheese).
RN/LPN ................
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typical use exclusive to patient.
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minute calculation.
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CPT
Code
CPT Code
description
CMS
Code
99496 .....................
Trans care mgmt
7 day disch.
CMS Code
description
L042A
RN/LPN ................
NF
L042A
RN/LPN ................
F
17. On page 69138,
a. Top two thirds of the page, first
column, first full paragraph, line 1, the
phrase ‘‘The CY 2013 PFS CF is
Labor activity
(if applicable)
NonFac/Fac
RUC recommendation
or current value
(min or qty)
CMS refinement
(min or qty)
60
70
CMS clinical review.
0
70
CMS clinical review.
Communication
(with patient,
family members,
guardian or
caretaker, surrogate decision
makers, and/or
other professionals) regarding aspects of
care, etc..
Communication
(with patient,
family members,
guardian or
caretaker, surrogate decision
makers, and/or
other professionals) regarding aspects of
care, etc..
$25.0008’’ is corrected to read ‘‘The CY
2013 PFS CF is $25.0070.’’
b. Third column, first full paragraph,
line 19, the phrase CF to be $25.0008’’
is corrected to read ‘‘CF to be $25.0070.’’
Comment
c. Lower half of the page, in Table 87:
Calculation of the CY 2013 PFS CF, the
list entry
CY 2013 Conversion Factor ....................................................................................................................................
........................
$25.0008
........................
$25.0070
........................
$15.93
........................
$16.1236
is corrected to read as follows:
CY 2013 Conversion Factor ....................................................................................................................................
18. On page 69139, top quarter of the
page, in Table 88: Calculation of the CY
2013 Anesthesia CF, the list entry
CY 2013 Anesthesia Factor ....................................................................................................................................
is corrected to read as follows:
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
CY 2013 Anesthesia Factor ....................................................................................................................................
19. On page 69145, second column,
first partial paragraph, lines 20 and 21,
the phrase that reads ‘‘pharmacy for use
upon a physician’s order’’ is corrected
to read ‘‘pharmacy for use upon a valid
prescription.’’
20. On page 69212, second column,
first full paragraph, lines 5–8, the phrase
‘‘Measure 190: Referral for Otologic
Evaluation for Patients with Acute or
Chronic Dizziness’’ is corrected to read
‘‘Measure 190: Referral for Otologic
Evaluation for Patients with a History of
Sudden or Rapidly Progressive Hearing
Loss.’’
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Individual Quality Measures for the
Physician Quality Reporting System
Proposed to be Available for Reporting
via Claims, Registry, EHR, or GRPO Web
Interface Beginning in 2013 or 2014*,
Measures #189 and #190 are deleted.
22. On page 69267, after Table 95:
Individual Quality Measures for the
Physician Quality Reporting System
Proposed to be Available for Reporting
via Claims, Registry, EHR, or GRPO Web
Interface Beginning in 2013 or 2014*,
the following note is added:
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the GPRO web interface.
†These measures can only be reported
by participants using the GPRO. They
are not available for reporting for
individual Eligible Professionals using
this reporting method.
¥ Titles and descriptions in this table
are aligned with 2013 Physician Quality
Reporting System Claims and Qualified
Registry measure titles and descriptions,
and may differ from existing measures
in other programs. Please reference the
National Quality Forum (NQF) and
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◊Measures to be deleted in 2014.
‡Measures to be added in 2013.
ÆMeasures to be added in 2014.
23. On page 69269, in Table 96: PQRS
Quality Measures Available for
Reporting for Group Practices Using the
GPRO Web Interface for 2013 and
Beyond, in the Measure and Title
description for NQF/PQRS 0097/46 the
phrase that reads ‘‘seen within 60 days
following discharge’’ is corrected to read
‘‘seen within 30 days following
discharge.’’
24. On page 69277, in Table 108: HIV/
AIDS Measures Group, the following
measures: HIV/AIDS Measures Group:
PQRS Measure #206 (‘‘HIV/AIDS:
Screening for High Risk Sexual
Behaviors’’) and #207 (‘‘HIV/AIDS:
Screening for Injection Drug Use’’) are
deleted.
25. On page 69300,
a. Third column, line 22–23, the
phrase ‘‘a deadline of February 28, 2013
to request an informal review’’ is
corrected to read ‘‘a deadline of 90 days
following the receipt of the feedback
reports to request an informal review.’’
b. Lines 27–28, the phrase ‘‘a deadline
of February 28, 2014 to request an
informal review’’ is corrected to read ‘‘a
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receipt of the feedback reports to request
an informal review.’’
26. On pages 69344 through 69345,
we are correcting Table 134: CY 2013
PFS Final Rule with Comment Period
Estimated Impact on Total Allowed
Charges by Specialty* and the first
footnote (*) that reads: *Table 83 shows
only the final payment policy impact on
PFS services. We note that these
impacts do not include the effects of the
negative January 2013 conversion factor
change under current law.’’ to read as
follows:
TABLE 134—CY 2013 FINAL RULE WITH COMMENT PERIOD ESTIMATED IMPACT ON TOTAL ALLOWED CHARGES BY
SPECIALTY *
[Estimated impact for RVU changes *]
Allowed
charges
(mil)
Impact of work
and MP RVU
changes
%
Impact of PE
RVU changes
%
Combined
impact
%
(A)
ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with RULES_2
Specialty
(B)
(C)
(D)
(E)
TOTAL .............................................................................................................
01–ALLERGY/IMMUNOLOGY ........................................................................
02–ANESTHESIOLOGY ..................................................................................
03–CARDIAC SURGERY ................................................................................
04–CARDIOLOGY ...........................................................................................
05–COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY ...........................................................
06–CRITICAL CARE .......................................................................................
07–DERMATOLOGY .......................................................................................
08–EMERGENCY MEDICINE .........................................................................
09–ENDOCRINOLOGY ...................................................................................
10–FAMILY PRACTICE ...................................................................................
11–GASTROENTEROLOGY ...........................................................................
12–GENERAL PRACTICE ..............................................................................
13–GENERAL SURGERY ...............................................................................
14–GERIATRICS .............................................................................................
15–HAND SURGERY ......................................................................................
16–HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY ....................................................................
17–INFECTIOUS DISEASE ............................................................................
18–INTERNAL MEDICINE ..............................................................................
19–INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MGMT ..............................................................
20–INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY .............................................................
21–MULTISPECIALTY CLINIC/OTHER PHY .................................................
22–NEPHROLOGY ..........................................................................................
23–NEUROLOGY ............................................................................................
24–NEUROSURGERY ....................................................................................
25–NUCLEAR MEDICINE ...............................................................................
27–OBSTETRICS/GYNECOLOGY ..................................................................
28–OPHTHALMOLOGY ..................................................................................
29–ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY ........................................................................
30–OTOLARNGOLOGY ..................................................................................
31–PATHOLOGY .............................................................................................
32–PEDIATRICS .............................................................................................
33–PHYSICAL MEDICINE ..............................................................................
34–PLASTIC SURGERY .................................................................................
35–PSYCHIATRY ............................................................................................
36–PULMONARY DISEASE ...........................................................................
37–RADIATION ONCOLOGY .........................................................................
38–RADIOLOGY ..............................................................................................
39–RHEUMATOLOGY ....................................................................................
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41–UROLOGY .................................................................................................
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TABLE 134—CY 2013 FINAL RULE WITH COMMENT PERIOD ESTIMATED IMPACT ON TOTAL ALLOWED CHARGES BY
SPECIALTY *—Continued
[Estimated impact for RVU changes *]
Specialty
Allowed
charges
(mil)
Impact of work
and MP RVU
changes
%
Impact of PE
RVU changes
%
Combined
impact
%
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
(E)
47–DIAGNOSTIC TESTING FACILITY ...........................................................
48–INDEPENDENT LABORATORY ................................................................
49–NURSE ANES/ANES ASST ......................................................................
50–NURSE PRACTITIONER ...........................................................................
51–OPTOMETRY ............................................................................................
52–ORAL/MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY .........................................................
53–PHYSICAL/OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ..................................................
54–PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT ..........................................................................
55–PODIATRY .................................................................................................
56–PORTABLE X–RAY SUPPLIER ................................................................
57–RADIATION THERAPY CENTERS ...........................................................
98–OTHER ......................................................................................................
888
1,073
1,008
1,623
1,061
45
2,636
1,229
1,925
106
72
19
¥7
¥14
2
3
1
1
4
2
2
5
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1
0
0
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1
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1
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* Table 134 shows only the final payment policy impact on PFS services. We note that these impacts do not include the effects of the negative
January 2013 conversion factor change under current law.
27. On pages 69347 through 69348,
we are correcting Table 135: CY 2013
PFS Final Rule with Comment Period
Estimated Impact on Total Allowed
Charges by Specialty by Selected
Policy* and the text in the first footnote
(*) for Table 135 that reads ‘‘*Table 135
shows only the proposed payment
policy impact on PFS services. We note
that these impacts do not include the
effects of the negative January 2013
conversion factor change under current
law.’’ to read as follows:
TABLE 135—CY 2013 PFS FINAL RULE WITH COMMENT PERIOD ESTIMATED IMPACT ON TOTAL ALLOWED CHARGES BY
SPECIALTY BY SELECTED POLICY* ESTIMATED IMPACT FOR RVU CHANGES*
Impact of end
of PPIS
transition
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and other
factors
%
(B)
(C)
(D)
TOTAL ...........................................................
01–ALLERGY/IMMUNOLOGY ......................
02–ANESTHESIOLOGY ...............................
03–CARDIAC SURGERY .............................
04–CARDIOLOGY ........................................
05–COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY ........
06–CRITICAL CARE .....................................
07–DERMATOLOGY ....................................
08–EMERGENCY MEDICINE ......................
09–ENDOCRINOLOGY ................................
10–FAMILY PRACTICE ................................
11–GASTROENTEROLOGY ........................
12–GENERAL PRACTICE ............................
13–GENERAL SURGERY ............................
14–GERIATRICS ..........................................
15–HAND SURGERY ...................................
16–HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY .................
17–INFECTIOUS DISEASE ..........................
18–INTERNAL MEDICINE ............................
19–INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MGMT ...........
20–INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY ...........
21–MULTISPECIALTY CLINIC/OTHER PHY
22–NEPHROLOGY .......................................
23–NEUROLOGY .........................................
24–NEUROSURGERY ..................................
25–NUCLEAR MEDICINE ............................
27–OBSTETRICS/GYNECOLOGY ...............
28–OPHTHALMOLOGY ................................
29–ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY .....................
30–OTOLARNGOLOGY ...............................
31–PATHOLOGY ..........................................
32–PEDIATRICS ...........................................
33–PHYSICAL MEDICINE ............................
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Specialty
Allowed
charges
(mil)
Impact of end
of PPIS
transition
%
New,
revised,
potentially
misvalued
codes, MPPR,
new utilization
and other
factors
%
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
34–PLASTIC SURGERY ..............................
35–PSYCHIATRY .........................................
36–PULMONARY DISEASE .........................
37–RADIATION ONCOLOGY .......................
38–RADIOLOGY ...........................................
39–RHEUMATOLOGY ..................................
40–THORACIC SURGERY ...........................
41–UROLOGY ..............................................
42–VASCULAR SURGERY ..........................
43–AUDIOLOGIST ........................................
44–CHIROPRACTOR ...................................
45–CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST ...................
46–CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER ................
47–DIAGNOSTIC TESTING FACILITY ........
48–INDEPENDENT LABORATORY .............
49–NURSE ANES/ANES ASST ...................
50–NURSE PRACTITIONER ........................
51–OPTOMETRY ..........................................
52–ORAL/MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY ......
53–PHYSICAL/OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
54–PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT ........................
55–PODIATRY ..............................................
56–PORTABLE X–RAY SUPPLIER .............
57–RADIATION THERAPY CENTERS ........
98–OTHER ....................................................
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1,703
1,988
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548
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1,008
1,623
1,061
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2,636
1,229
1,925
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a. Footnote 3 ‘‘Payments based on the
2012 conversion factor of 34.0376,
adjusted to 34.0066 to include the
budget neutrality adjustment’’ is
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the 2012 conversion factor of 34.0376,
adjusted to 34.0230 to include the
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Medicare Program; Revisions to Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee
Schedule, DME Face-to-Face Encounters, Elimination of the Requirement
for Termination of Non-Random Prepayment Complex Medical Review and
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RIN 0938-AR11
Medicare Program; Revisions to Payment Policies Under the
Physician Fee Schedule, DME Face-to-Face Encounters, Elimination of the
Requirement for Termination of Non-Random Prepayment Complex Medical
Review and Other Revisions to Part B for CY 2013
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SUMMARY: This document corrects technical errors that appeared in the
final rule with comment period published in the Federal Register on
November 16, 2012, entitled ``Medicare Program; Revisions to Payment
Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule, DME Face-to-Face Encounters,
Elimination of the Requirement for Termination of Non-Random Prepayment
Complex Medical Review and Other Revisions to Part B for CY 2013.''
DATES: The correcting document is effective August 12, 2013 and is
applicable beginning January 1, 2013.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Elliott Isaac, (410) 786-4735.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
I. Background
In FR Doc. 2012-26900 of November 16, 2012 (77 FR 68892 through
69373), there were a number of technical errors that are identified and
corrected in the Correction of Errors section below. These corrections
are effective January 1, 2013. We note that the Addenda A through H for
the CY 2013 PFS final rule with comment period as corrected in this
correction notice are available on the CMS Web site at www.cms.gov//PhysicianFeeSched/.
II. Summary of Errors
A. Summary of Errors in the Preamble
On pages 68904 through 68906, in Table 3: Calculation of PE RVUs
under Methodology for Selected Codes, the PE RVUs listed in the table
are incorrect.
On page 68907, in our discussion of the changes to direct PE inputs
for specific services, we made a typographical error in identifying the
calendar years.
On page 68957, in our discussion of Medicare telehealth services,
we inadvertently omitted a discussion of psychotherapy services.
On page 68958, in our discussion of therapy services, we
inadvertently omitted language regarding the claims-based data
collection strategy for therapy services.
On page 68965, we inadvertently omitted language in our discussion
on non-payable G-codes on beneficiary functional status.
On page 68966, we inadvertently included language.
On pages 68967 and 68968, we inadvertently made errors in the
descriptors for G-codes in Table 21: G-Codes for Claims-Based
Functional Reporting for CY 2013.
On page 69033, we inadvertently omitted a code-specific direct PE
input.
On pages 69042 and 69043, in our discussion of the global period
for CPT code 22586, we made a typographical error in the code
descriptor.
On page 69051,
a. We inadvertently used the wrong descriptor for CPT 36221.
b. We inadvertently omitted two paragraphs regarding our treatment
of CPT codes 37197 and 37214.
On pages 69071 through 69073, we made clerical errors in table
references.
On page 69074, in our discussion of pricing supply and equipment
items, we inadvertently omitted a paragraph detailing the items for
which we did not receive adequate information and therefore could not
price them for the interim final values in the CY 2013 rule.
On pages 69077 through 69128, we made numerous typographical errors
and technical errors in Table 74: CPT Codes with Refined direct PE
Recommendations for CY 2013 Interim Codes and therefore are correcting
the table.
On page 69138, we made typographical errors in the CY 2013 PFS
conversion factor (CF).
On page 69138, we made typographical errors in the CY 2013 PFS CF
in Table 87: Calculation of the CY 2013 PFS CF.
On page 69139, in Table 88: Calculation of the CY 2013 Anesthesia
CF, we inadvertently listed the incorrect anesthesia CF.
On page 69145, we inadvertently referred to ``physician's order''
instead of ``valid prescription.''
On page 69212, due to a typographical error, the title of PQRS
Measure 190 referred to in the comment bullet was not correct.
On pages 69215 through 69267, the notes after Table 95: Individual
Quality Measures for the Physician Quality Reporting System Proposed to
be Available for Reporting via Claims, Registry, EHR, or GRPO Web
Interface Beginning in 2013 or 2014* were inadvertently omitted.
On page 69237, in Table 95: Individual Quality Measures for the
Physician Quality Reporting System Proposed to be Available for
Reporting via Claims, Registry, EHR, or GRPO Web Interface Beginning in
2013 or 2014*, due to a typographical error, Measures 189 and
190 were incorrectly listed as available for reporting under PQRS.
On page 69269, in Table 96: PQRS Quality Measures Available for
Reporting for Group Practices Using the GPRO Web Interface for 2013 and
Beyond, due to a typographical error, the description of the measure
``Medication Reconciliation'' is incorrect.
On page 69277, in Table 108: HIV/AIDS Measures Group, due to a
clerical error, there are measures listed that have lost their NQF
endorsement and are therefore no longer being maintained by the
respective measure owner.
On page 69300, due to a clerical error, we stated the deadlines for
requesting an informal review for the 2012 and 2013 eRx incentives
incorrectly. The regulation at Sec. 414.92(g) correctly states that
eligible professionals and group practices must submit an informal
review request for the 2012 and 2013 incentives within 90 days of the
release of the feedback reports. The preamble does not reflect this
same regulation text. Therefore, we are revising the preamble to
reflect the regulation text at Sec. 414.92(g).
On pages 69344 through 69345, in Table 134: CY 2013 PFS Final Rule
with Comment Period Estimated Impact on Total Allowed Charges by
Specialty, due to technical errors in the calculations of the impacts,
there were errors in the total estimated impacts and the estimated
impacts for the following specialties: 01--ALLERGY/IMMUNOLOGY, 02--
ANESTHESIOLOGY, 10--FAMILY PRACTICE, 13--GENERAL SURGERY, 18--INTERNAL
MEDICINE, 19--INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGEMENT, 21--MULTISPECIALTY
CLINIC/OTHER PHY, 34--PLASTIC SURGERY, 41--UROLOGY, 49--NURSE ANES/ANES
ASST.
On page 69345, at the end of Table 134: CY 2013 PFS Final Rule with
Comment Period Estimated Impact on Total Allowed Charges by Specialty,
we made clerical errors in the first footnote.
On pages 69347 through 69348, in Table 135: CY 2013 PFS Final Rule
with
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Comment Period Estimated Impact on Total Allowed Charges by Specialty
by Selected Policy, due to technical errors in calculations of the
impacts, there were errors in the estimates of the total impact and on
the impact for the following specialties: 01--ALLERGY/IMMUNOLOGY, 02--
ANESTHESIOLOGY, 13--GENERAL SURGERY, 18--INTERNAL MEDICINE, 19--
INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGEMENT, 21--MULTISPECIALTY CLINIC/OTHER PHY,
41--UROLOGY, 49--NURSE ANES/ANES ASST.
On page 69348, at the end of Table 135: CY 2013 PFS Final Rule with
Comment Period Estimated Impact on Total Allowed Charges by Specialty
by Selected Policy, we made a clerical error in the first footnote.
On page 69350 through 69351, in Table 136: Impact of Final Rule
with Comment Period on CY 2013 Payment for Selected Procedures, we made
technical errors in the calculation of the impacts.
On page 69351, in footnotes 3 and 4 at the end of Table 136: Impact
of Final Rule with Comment Period on CY 2013 Payment for Selected
Procedures, we inadvertently listed the incorrect 2012 conversion
factor.
B. Summary and Correction of Errors in the Addenda on the CMS Web site
Technical errors in the creation of the direct practice expense
database resulted in incorrect direct PE inputs for CPT codes: 11307,
11313, 13100, 13101, 13102, 13120, 13121, 13122, 13131, 13132, 13133,
13150, 13151, 13152, 31231, 32554, 32555, 32556, 32557, 35475, 35476,
36221, 36222, 36223, 36224, 36225, 36226, 37197, 52224, 64612, 65800,
72040, 72050, 72052, 72069, 72193, 72194, 74160, 74170, 74177, 74178,
76872, 77301, 92081, 92082, 92083, 92235, 92286, 93925, 93970, 95010,
95015, 95017, 95018, 95782, 95783, and 97150. As a result of these
errors, the budget neutrality adjustment used in calculating PE RVUs
was incorrect, resulting in incorrect values for other PE RVUs in
Addenda B and C. These errors are corrected in the revised Direct PE
Input Database available on the CMS Web site at www.cms.gov//PhysicianFeeSched/. Resulting changes to PE RVUs are reflected in the
corrected Addenda B and C posted on the CMS Web site at www.cms.gov//PhysicianFeeSched/.
Due to a technical error, although the physician time records for
CPT codes 22841, 51798, 95990, 96913, and 97602 were properly removed
from the physician time file per final policy discussed in the CY 2013
final rule with comment period (77 FR 68926), these time records were
inadvertently used in the creation of the PE RVUs. This technical error
is corrected in the revised CY 2013 Addendum B posted to the CMS Web
site at www.cms.gov//PhysicianFeeSched/.
Due a technical error in applying a change made in the final rule
in calculating the impact of the ophthalmology MPPR used in the PE
methodology, as described on page 68901, the ``CY 2012 Utilization data
Crosswalk to CY 2013'' file posted on the CMS Web site contained
errors. This also resulted in errors in Addenda B and C files posted on
the CMS Web site. These addenda have been corrected as a result of the
changes made in this correction notice and the corrected Addenda B and
C files are posted on the CMS Web site. www.cms.gov//PhysicianFeeSched/
.
Due to a technical error in calculating the anesthesia inputs, the
PE RVUs for all services reflected in Addenda B and C posted on the CMS
Web site were inaccurate. Resulting changes to the PE RVUs are
reflected in the corrected Addenda B and C.
Due to a technical error, in Addendum B, row 8744 containing CPT/
HCPC 92287 did not list RVUs for use with both the TC and 26 modifiers.
The corrected Addendum B, which is posted on the CMS Web site at
www.cms.gov//PhysicianFeeSched/, includes these services and related
information.
Due to a technical error in Addendum B, row 9180 containing CPT/
HCPC 93657 did not list a PE RVU. The corrected Addendum B, which is
posted on the CMS Web site at www.cms.gov//PhysicianFeeSched/ reflects
this change.
Due to a technical error in the posting of Addendum C, the ``NA''
flags did not display for services when either the facility or
nonfacility setting did not contain a value. The corrected Addendum C,
which is posted on the CMS Web site at www.cms.gov//PhysicianFeeSched/,
reflects the ``NA'' flags for services that are not valued in the
indicated setting.
III. Waiver of Proposed Rulemaking
We ordinarily publish a notice of proposed rulemaking in the
Federal Register to provide a period for public comment before the
provisions of a rule take effect in accordance with section 553(b) of
the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) (5 U.S.C. 553(b)). However, we
can waive this notice and comment procedure if the Secretary finds, for
good cause, that the notice and comment process is impracticable,
unnecessary, or contrary to the public interest, and incorporates a
statement of the finding and the reasons therefore in the notice.
Section 553(d) of the APA ordinarily requires a 30-day delay in the
effective date of final rules after the date of their publication in
the Federal Register. This 30-day delay in effective date can be
waived, however, if an agency finds for good cause that the delay is
impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to the public interest, and the
agency incorporates a statement of the findings and its reasons in the
rule issued.
This document merely corrects typographical and technical errors in
the preamble and addenda of the CY 2013 Physician Fee Schedule final
rule with comment period. The provisions of that final rule with
comment period have been subjected to notice and comment procedures.
The corrections contained in this document are consistent with, and do
not make substantive changes to, the policies and payment methodologies
that were adopted in the CY 2013 PFS final rule with comment period. As
a result, the corrections made through this correcting document are
intended to ensure that the CY 2013 PFS final rule with comment period
accurately reflects the policies adopted in that rule. Therefore, we
find for good cause that it is unnecessary and would be contrary to the
public interest to undertake further notice and comment procedures to
incorporate the corrections in this document into the CY 2013 PFS final
rule with comment period. For the same reasons, we find that there is
good cause to waive the 30-day delay in the effective date for these
corrections.
Further, we believe that it is in the public interest to ensure
that the CY 2013 PFS final rule with comment period accurately reflects
our policies as of the date they take effect. Therefore, we find that
delaying the effective date of these corrections beyond the effective
date of the final rule with comment period would be contrary to the
public interest. In so doing, we find good cause to waive the 30-day
delay in effective date.
IV. Correction of Errors
In FR Doc. 2012-26900 of November 16, 2012 (77 FR 68892), make the
following corrections:
A. Correction of Errors in the Preamble
1. On pages 68904 through 68906, in Table 3: Calculation of PE RVUs
Under Methodology for Selected Codes, the table is corrected to read as
follows:
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Table 3--Calculation of PE RVUS Under Methodology for Selected Codes
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33533 CABG,
99213 Office arterial, 71020 Chest x- 71020-TC Chest 71020-26 Chest 93000 ECG, 93005 ECG, 93010 ECG,
Step Source Formula visit, est single ray x-ray x-ray complete tracing report
nonfacility facility nonfacility nonfacility nonfacility nonfacility nonfacility nonfacility
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(1) Labor cost (Lab).............. Step 1............... AMA................. ............... 13.32 77.52 5.74 5.74 0.00 6.12 6.12 0.00
(2) Supply cost (Sup)............. Step 1............... AMA................. ............... 2.98 0.00 3.39 3.39 0.00 1.19 1.19 0.00
(3) Equipment cost (Eqp).......... Step 1............... AMA................. ............... 0.17 0.58 7.24 7.24 0.00 0.11 0.11 0.00
(4) Direct cost (Dir)............. Step 1............... .................... =(1)+(2)+(3) 16.48 78.10 16.38 16.38 0.00 7.42 7.42 0.00
(5) Direct adjustment (Dir. Adj.). Steps 2-4............ See footnote*....... ............... 0.5973 0.5973 0.5973 0.5973 0.5973 0.5973 0.5973 0.5973
(6) Adjusted Labor................ Steps 2-4............ =Labor * Dir Adj.... =(1)*(5) 7.96 46.30 3.43 3.43 0.00 3.66 3.66 0.00
(7) Adjusted Supplies............. Steps 2-4............ =Eqp * Dir Adj...... =(2)*(5) 1.78 0.00 2.03 2.03 0.00 0.71 0.71 0.00
(8) Adjusted Equipment............ Steps 2-4............ =Sup * Dir Adj...... =(3)*(5) 0.10 0.35 4.33 4.33 0.00 0.06 0.06 0.00
(9) Adjusted Direct............... Steps 2-4............ .................... =(6)+(7)+(8) 9.84 46.65 9.78 9.78 0.00 4.43 4.43 0.00
(10) Conversion Factor (CF)....... Step 5............... PFS................. ............... 34.0376 34.0376 34.0376 34.0376 34.0376 34.0376 34.0376 34.0376
(11) Adj. labor cost converted.... Step 5............... =(Lab * Dir Adj)/CF. =(6)/(10) 0.23 1.36 0.10 0.10 0.00 0.11 0.11 0.00
(12) Adj. supply cost converted... Step 5............... =(Sup * Dir Adj)/CF. =(7)/(10) 0.05 0.00 0.06 0.06 0.00 0.02 0.02 0.00
(13) Adj. equipment cost converted Step 5............... =(Eqp * Dir Adj)/CF. =(8)/(10) 0.00 0.01 0.13 0.13 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
(14) Adj. direct cost converted... Step 5............... .................... =(11)+(12)+(13) 0.29 1.37 0.29 0.29 0.00 0.13 0.13 0.00
(15) Work RVU..................... Setup File........... PFS................. ............... 0.97 33.75 0.22 0.00 0.22 0.17 0.00 0.17
(16) Dir--pct..................... Steps 6,7............ Surveys............. ............... 0.31 0.18 0.31 0.31 0.31 0.31 0.31 0.31
(17) Ind--pct..................... Steps 6,7............ Surveys............. ............... 0.69 0.82 0.69 0.69 0.69 0.69 0.69 0.69
(18) Ind. Alloc. Formula (1st Step 8............... See Step 8.......... ............... ((14)/(16)*(17) ((14)/(16)*(17) ((14)/(16)*(17) ((14)/(16)*(17) ((14)/(16)*(17) ((14)/(16)*(17) ((14)/(16)*(17) ((14)/(16)*(17)
part).
(19) Ind. Alloc.(1st part)........ Step 8............... .................... See 18 0.87 6.41 0.7 0.7 0 0.32 0.32 0
(20) Ind. Alloc. Formula (2nd Step 8............... See Step 8.......... ............... (15) (15) (15+11) (11) (15) (15+11) (11) (15)
part).
(21) Ind. Alloc.(2nd part)........ Step 8............... .................... See 20 0.97 33.75 0.32 0.10 0.22 0.28 0.11 0.17
(22) Indirect Allocator (1st + Step 8............... .................... =(19)+(21) 1.84 40.16 1.03 0.81 0.22 0.60 0.43 0.17
2nd).
(23) Indirect Adjustment (Ind. Steps 9-11........... See Footnote**...... ............... 0.40 0.40 0.40 0.40 0.40 0.40 0.40 0.40
Adj.).
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(24) Adjusted Indirect Allocator.. Steps 9-11........... =Ind Alloc * Ind Adj ............... 0.75 16.25 0.42 0.33 0.09 0.24 0.17 0.07
(25) Ind. Practice Cost Index Steps 12-16.......... .................... ............... 1.08 0.79 0.92 0.92 0.92 0.92 0.92 0.92
(IPCI).
(26) Adjusted Indirect............ Step 17.............. = Adj.Ind Alloc * =(24)*(25) 0.81 12.76 0.38 0.30 0.08 0.22 0.16 0.06
PCI.
(27) PE RVU....................... Step 18.............. =(Adj Dir + Adj Ind) =((14)+(26)) * 1.10 14.15 0.67 0.59 0.08 0.35 0.29 0.06
* budn. budn
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2. On page 68907, first column, first paragraph,
a. Line 6, the phrase ``CY 2012'' is corrected to read ``CY 2013.''
b. Line 8, the phrase ``CY 2012'' is corrected to read ``CY 2013.''
3. On page 68957, second column, following Table 18 is corrected by
adding the following:
``6. Psychiatry Services
For CY 2013, the CPT Editorial Panel replaced the current
psychiatry/psychotherapy CPT codes with a new structure that allows for
the separate reporting of E/M codes, eliminates codes based upon the
site-of-service, establishes CPT codes for crisis, and creates a series
of psychotherapy add-on CPT codes to describe interactive complexity
and medication management. Many of these services are included in the
list of Medicare telehealth services. For CY 2013, we did not propose
any changes in Medicare telehealth payment policies related to the
existing services described by these new codes. Therefore, the new
codes describing services currently included on the CY 2012 list of
Medicare telehealth services will be included on the CY 2013 list of
Medicare telehealth services.
In the case of pharmacologic management services, currently on the
CY 2012 list of Medicare telehealth services, we note that the CPT
Editorial Panel deleted CPT code 90862 (Pharmacologic management,
including prescription, use, and review of medication with no more than
minimal medical psychotherapy), and that for CY 2013, psychiatrists
will bill the appropriate E/M code when furnishing pharmacologic
management services. In order to maintain current telehealth policy for
these services when furnished to inpatients, we are establishing a new
HCPCS G-code, G0459 (Inpatient telehealth, pharmacologic management,
including prescription use and review of medication with no more than
minimal medical psychotherapy), on an interim basis for CY 2013 that
will describe the pharmacologic management service when furnished via
telehealth to inpatients.
We will address any other change in telehealth policy regarding
psychiatry services in future rulemaking.''.
4. On page 68959, first column, partial line 5, before the phrase
``Between 1998-2008,'' is corrected to read as follows: ``We note that
this number does not represent a discrete number of beneficiaries;
rather, it represents the total number of beneficiaries receiving
therapy services under plans of care from different disciplines and
different providers.''.
5. On page 68965, third column, third paragraph, lines 4 and 5, the
phrase ``a composite score'' is corrected to read ``an overall
composite score.''
6. On page 68966, third column, second full paragraph, lines 19
through 21, the phrase ``[hellip]functional measures, such as is done
with the FOTO Patient tool, for example.'' is corrected to read
``functional measures.''
7. On page 68967 and 68968, in Table 21: G-Codes for Claims-Based
Functional Reporting for CY 2013, the listed entries are corrected to
read as follows:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Other PT/OT Primary Functional Limitation
------------------------------------------------------------------------
G8990.................... Other physical or occupational therapy
primary functional limitation, current
status, at therapy episode outset and at
reporting intervals.
G8991.................... Other physical or occupational therapy
primary functional limitation, projected
goal status, at therapy episode outset, at
reporting intervals, and at discharge or to
end reporting.
G8992.................... Other physical or occupational therapy
primary functional limitation, discharge
status, at discharge from therapy or to end
reporting.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Other PT/OT Primary Functional Limitation
------------------------------------------------------------------------
G8993.................... Other physical or occupational therapy
subsequent functional limitation, current
status, at therapy episode outset and at
reporting intervals.
G8994.................... Other physical or occupational therapy
subsequent functional limitation, projected
goal status, at therapy episode outset, at
reporting intervals, and at discharge or to
end reporting.
G8995.................... Other physical or occupational therapy
subsequent functional limitation, discharge
status, at discharge from therapy or to end
reporting.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Swallowing
------------------------------------------------------------------------
G8996.................... Swallowing functional limitation, current
status at therapy episode outset and at
reporting intervals.
G8997.................... Swallowing functional limitation, projected
goal status, at therapy episode outset, at
reporting intervals, and at discharge or to
end reporting.
G8998.................... Swallowing functional limitation, discharge
status, at discharge from therapy or to end
reporting.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Motor Speech
------------------------------------------------------------------------
G8999.................... Motor speech functional limitation, current
status at therapy episode outset and at
reporting intervals.
G9186.................... Motor speech functional limitation, projected
goal status at therapy episode outset, at
reporting intervals, and at discharge from
or to end reporting.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Spoken Language Comprehension
------------------------------------------------------------------------
G9159.................... Spoken language comprehension functional
limitation, current status at therapy
episode outset and at reporting intervals.
G9160.................... Spoken language comprehension functional
limitation, projected goal status at therapy
episode outset, at reporting intervals, and
at discharge from or to end reporting.
G9161.................... Spoken language comprehension functional
limitation, discharge status at discharge
from therapy or to end reporting.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Spoken Language Expression
------------------------------------------------------------------------
G9162.................... Spoken language expression functional
limitation, current status at therapy
episode outset and at reporting intervals.
G9163.................... Spoken language expression functional
limitation, projected goal status at therapy
episode outset, at reporting intervals, and
at discharge from or to end reporting.
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G9164.................... Spoken language expression functional
limitation, discharge status at discharge
from therapy or to end reporting.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Attention
------------------------------------------------------------------------
G9165.................... Attention functional limitation, current
status at therapy episode outset and at
reporting intervals.
G9166.................... Attention functional limitation, projected
goal status at therapy episode outset, at
reporting intervals, and at discharge from
or to end reporting.
G9167.................... Attention functional limitation, discharge
status at discharge from therapy or to end
reporting.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Memory
------------------------------------------------------------------------
G9168.................... Memory functional limitation, current status
at therapy episode outset and at reporting
intervals.
G9169.................... Memory functional limitation, projected goal
status at therapy episode outset, at
reporting intervals, and at discharge from
or to end reporting.
G9170.................... Memory functional limitation, discharge
status at discharge from therapy or to end
reporting.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Voice
------------------------------------------------------------------------
G9171.................... Voice functional limitation, current status
at therapy episode outset and at reporting
intervals.
G9172.................... Voice functional limitation, projected goal
status at therapy episode outset, at
reporting intervals, and at discharge from
or to end reporting.
G9173.................... Voice functional limitation, discharge status
at discharge from therapy or to end
reporting.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Other SLP Functional Limitation
------------------------------------------------------------------------
G9174.................... Other speech language pathology functional
limitation, current status at therapy
episode outset and at reporting intervals.
G9175.................... Other speech language pathology functional
limitation, projected goal status at therapy
episode outset, at reporting intervals, and
at discharge from or to end reporting.
G9176.................... Other speech language pathology functional
limitation, discharge status at discharge
from therapy or to end reporting.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8. On page 69033, in the third column, after second full paragraph,
is corrected by adding the following:
``(14) Needle EMG: Electromyography (CPT Codes 95886, 95887)
In establishing interim final direct PE inputs for 2012, CMS
refined the AMA RUC's recommendation for CPT codes 95886 (Needle
electromyography, each extremity, with related paraspinal areas, when
performed, done with nerve conduction, amplitude and latency/velocity
study; complete, five or more muscles studied, innervated by three or
more nerves or four or more spinal levels (list separately in addition
to code for primary procedure)) and 95887 (Needle electromyography,
non-extremity (cranial nerve supplied or axial) muscle(s) done with
nerve conduction, amplitude and latency/velocity study (list separately
in addition to code for primary procedure)) by reducing the number of
service period clinical labor minutes to account for preparatory
clinical labor tasks associated with both the base and add-on codes.
CMS also refined the corresponding equipment minutes.
Comment: Several commenters explained that clinical labor typically
requires additional time to prepare the distinct equipment used in
furnishing the services described by the add-on codes.
Response: After reviewing the information provided by the
commenters, we agree that it would be appropriate to incorporate
additional minutes for these codes. Therefore, we are finalizing the
direct PE inputs for CPT codes 95886 and 95887 with the additional
refinement of adding two minutes to both the service period clinical
labor time and the corresponding equipment time. The direct PE inputs
are displayed in the final CY 2013 direct PE input database, available
on the CMS Web site under downloads for the CY 2013 PFS final rule at
www.cms.gov/PhysicianFeeSched/.''.
9. On page 69042, bottom half of the page, last paragraph, last
line, the phrase CPT code 99231 visits is corrected to read ``99231
(subsequent hospital care, per day, for the evaluation and management
of a patient, which requires at least 2 of these 3 key components: A
problem focused interval history; a problem focused examination;
medical decision making that is straightforward or of low complexity)
visits,''.
10. On page 69043, top of page, first column, first partial
paragraph, lines 1 and 2, the phrase 99323 visit is corrected to read
``99232 (subsequent hospital care, per day, for the evaluation and
management of a patient, which requires at least 2 of these 3 key
components: An expanded problem focused interval history; an expanded
problem focused examination; medical decision making of moderate
complexity) visit, 1 CPT code 99238 (hospital discharge day management;
30 minutes or less) visit, and 4 CPT code 99213 (office or other
outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of an established
patient, which requires at least 2 of these 3 key components: an
expanded problem focused history; an expanded problem focused
examination; medical decision making of low complexity) visits.''.
11. On page 69051,
a. First column, first full paragraph, lines 2 through 10, the
parenthetical ((Non-selective catheter placement, thoracic aorta, with
angiography of the extracranial carotid, vertebral, and/or intracranial
vessels, unilateral or bilateral, and all associated radiological
supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the
cervicocerebral arch, when performed).), is corrected to read:
``((Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery,
unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral
extracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological
supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the
cervicocerebral arch, when performed).)''.
b. Third column, after last full paragraph, is corrected by adding
the following:
``CPT codes 37620, 75940, and 36010 were identified as potentially
misvalued through the Codes Reported Together 75 percent or More
screen. In response, the CPT Editorial Panel created CPT codes 37191
through 37193 and 37197 to bundle the services together. After clinical
review of CPT code 37197 (Transcatheter retrieval, percutaneous, of
intravascular foreign body (for example, fractured venous or arterial
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catheter), includes radiological supervision and interpretation, and
imaging guidance (ultrasound or fluoroscopy), when performed), along
with the other related bundled services, we believe a work RVU of 6.29
accurately reflects the work involved in furnishing this service. We
believe CPT code 37197 involves similar work as CPT code 36247
(Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or
more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch,
within a vascular family) and should be valued the same. Furthermore,
we believe a work RVU of 6.29 appropriately reflects the relative
difference in work between this service and related CPT codes 37191,
37192, and 37193. The AMA RUC recommended a work RVU of 6.72 for CPT
code 37197, a direct crosswalk to CPT code 36475 (Endovenous ablation
therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging
guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein
treated). On an interim final basis for CY 2013, we are assigning a
work RVU of 6.29 to CPT code 37197.''.
12. On page 69071, lower half of the page, third column,
a. Lines 3 and 4, the phrase ``Table KK6 is corrected to read
``Table 73.''.
b. Line 10, the phrase ``Table KK7'' is corrected to read ``Table
74.''.
13. On page 69072,
a. First column, first full paragraph, line 1, the phrase ``Table
KK7'' is corrected to read ``Table 74.''
b. Second column,
(1) First full paragraph, last line, the phrase ``Table 73'' is
corrected to read ``Table 74.''.
(2) Second full paragraph, last line, the phrase ``Table 73'' is
corrected to read ``Table 74.''.
c. Third column,
(1) First paragraph, last line, the phrase ``Table 73'' is
corrected to read ``Table 74.''.
(2) Second paragraph, lines 23 and 24, the phrase ``Table 73'' is
corrected to read ``Table 74.''
14. On page 69073, second column, second full paragraph, last line,
the phrase ``Table 73'' is corrected to read, ``Table 74.''
15. On page 69074, first column, following first partial paragraph,
is corrected to read as follows:
``We note that we did not receive adequate information for pricing
the following new supply and equipment items included in the AMA RUC's
CY 2013 direct PE input recommendations: SD276 (Indicator powder),
SK115 (Reproduced patient worksheet), SL464 (Atomizer tips,
disposable), and ER088 (Infrared illuminator). Therefore, for CY 2013,
these supply and equipment items have no price inputs associated with
them in the direct PE database. We will consider any newly submitted
information regarding appropriate pricing for these supply items as
part of our annual supply and equipment price update process.''
16. On pages 69077 through 69128, in Table 74: CPT Codes with
Refined Direct PE Recommendations for CY 2013 Interim Codes is
corrected to read as follows:
TABLE 74--CPT Codes With Refined Direct PE Recommendations for CY 2013 Interim Codes
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RUC
recommendation CMS
CPT Code CPT Code CMS Code CMS Code NonFac/Fac Labor activity or current refinement Comment
description description (if applicable) value (min or (min or
qty) qty)
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11300................. Shave skin lesion ED004 camera, digital NF ................. 29 14 Refined equipment
0.5 cm/< (6 mexapixel). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 29 14 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 29 14 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 29 14 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ110 electrocautery- NF ................. 29 0 CMS clinical
hyfrecator, up review; not
to 45 watts. described as
typical in work
vignette.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 29 24 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke NF ................. 29 14 Refined equipment
Evacuator(tubing time to reflect
, covering, typical use
etc.) with stand. exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean Surgical 1 10 Standardized time
Instrument input.
Package.
SB003 cover, probe NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
(cryosurgery). review.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB033 mask, surgical... NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
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SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
11301................. Shave skin lesion ED004 camera, digital NF ................. 32 17 Refined equipment
0.6-1.0 cm. (6 mexapixel). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 32 17 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 32 17 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 32 17 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ110 electrocautery- NF ................. 32 0 CMS clinical
hyfrecator, up review; not
to 45 watts. described as
typical in work
vignette.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 32 27 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 32 17 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean Surgical 1 10 Standardized time
Instrument input.
Package.
SB003 cover, probe NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
(cryosurgery). review.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB033 mask, surgical... NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
11302................. Shave skin lesion ED004 camera, digital NF ................. 37 20 Refined equipment
1.1-2.0 cm. (6 mexapixel). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 37 20 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 37 20 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 37 20 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ110 electrocautery- NF ................. 37 0 CMS clinical
hyfrecator, up review; not
to 45 watts. described as
typical in work
vignette.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 37 30 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
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EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 37 20 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean Surgical 1 10 Standardized time
Instrument input.
Package.
SB003 cover, probe NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
(cryosurgery). review.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB033 mask, surgical... NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
11303................. Shave skin lesion ED004 camera, digital NF ................. 41 22 Refined equipment
>2.0 cm. (6 mexapixel). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 41 22 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 41 22 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 41 22 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ110 electrocautery- NF ................. 41 0 CMS clinical
hyfrecator, up review; not
to 45 watts. described as
typical in work
vignette.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 41 32 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 41 22 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean Surgical 1 10 Standardized time
Instrument input.
Package.
SB003 cover, probe NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
(cryosurgery). review.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB033 mask, surgical... NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
11305................. Shave skin lesion ED004 camera, digital NF ................. 29 17 Refined equipment
0.5 cm/< (6 mexapixel). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 29 17 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 29 17 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
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EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 29 17 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ110 electrocautery- NF ................. 29 0 CMS clinical
hyfrecator, up review; not
to 45 watts. described as
typical in work
vignette.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 29 27 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 29 17 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean Surgical 1 10 Standardized time
Instrument input.
Package.
SB003 cover, probe NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
(cryosurgery). review.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB033 mask, surgical... NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
11306................. Shave skin lesion ED004 camera, digital NF ................. 31 25 Refined equipment
0.6-1.0 cm. (6 mexapixel). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 31 25 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 31 25 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 31 25 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ110 electrocautery- NF ................. 31 0 CMS clinical
hyfrecator, up review; not
to 45 watts. described as
typical in work
vignette.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 31 35 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 31 25 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Assist physician 10 18 Conforming to
in performing physician time.
procedure.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean Surgical 1 10 Standardized time
Instrument input.
Package.
SB003 cover, probe NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
(cryosurgery). review.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB033 mask, surgical... NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
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11307................. Shave skin lesion ED004 camera, digital NF ................. 37 21 Refined equipment
1.1-2.0 cm. (6 mexapixel). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 37 21 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 37 21 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 37 21 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ110 electrocautery- NF ................. 37 0 CMS clinical
hyfrecator, up review; not
to 45 watts. described as
typical in work
vignette.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 37 31 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 37 21 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean Surgical 1 10 Standardized time
Instrument input.
Package.
SB003 cover, probe NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
(cryosurgery). review.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB033 mask, surgical... NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
11308................. Shave skin lesion ED004 camera, digital NF ................. 42 24 Refined equipment
>2.0 cm. (6 mexapixel). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 42 24 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 42 24 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 42 24 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ110 electrocautery- NF ................. 42 0 CMS clinical
hyfrecator, up review; not
to 45 watts. described as
typical in work
vignette.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 42 34 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
[[Page 49007]]
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 42 24 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean Surgical 1 10 Standardized time
Instrument input.
Package.
SB003 cover, probe NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
(cryosurgery). review.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB033 mask, surgical... NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
11310................. Shave skin lesion ED004 camera, digital NF ................. 34 20 Refined equipment
0.5 cm/< (6 mexapixel). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 34 20 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 34 20 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 34 20 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ110 electrocautery- NF ................. 34 0 CMS clinical
hyfrecator, up review; not
to 45 watts. described as
typical in work
vignette.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 34 30 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 34 20 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean Surgical 1 10 Standardized time
Instrument input.
Package.
SB003 cover, probe NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
(cryosurgery). review.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB033 mask, surgical... NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
11311................. Shave skin lesion ED004 camera, digital NF ................. 34 24 Refined equipment
0.6-1.0 cm. (6 mexapixel). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 34 24 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 34 24 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
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EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 34 24 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ110 electrocautery- NF ................. 34 0 CMS clinical
hyfrecator, up review; not
to 45 watts. described as
typical in work
vignette.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 34 34 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 34 24 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Assist physician 11 17 Conforming to
in performing physician time.
procedure.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean Surgical 1 10 Standardized time
Instrument input.
Package.
SB003 cover, probe NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
(cryosurgery). review.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB033 mask, surgical... NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
11312................. Shave skin lesion ED004 camera, digital NF ................. 43 17 Refined equipment
1.1-2.0 cm. (6 mexapixel). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 43 17 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 43 17 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 43 17 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ110 electrocautery- NF ................. 43 0 CMS clinical
hyfrecator, up review; not
to 45 watts. described as
typical in work
vignette.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 43 37 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 43 17 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean Surgical 1 10 Standardized time
Instrument input.
Package.
SB003 cover, probe NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
(cryosurgery). review.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB033 mask, surgical... NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
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11313................. Shave skin lesion ED004 camera, digital NF ................. 48 30 Refined equipment
>2.0 cm. (6 mexapixel). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 48 30 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 48 30 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 48 30 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ110 electrocautery- NF ................. 48 0 CMS clinical
hyfrecator, up review; not
to 45 watts. described as
typical in work
vignette.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 48 40 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 48 30 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean Surgical 1 10 Standardized time
Instrument input.
Package.
SB003 cover, probe NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
(cryosurgery). review.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB033 mask, surgical... NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
11719................. Trim nail(s) any L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Greet patient, 3 1 CMS clinical
number. provide gowning, review.
assure
appropriate
medical records
are available.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Provide pre- 2 1 CMS clinical
service review.
education/obtain
consent.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Prepare room, 2 1 CMS clinical
equipment, review.
supplies.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean room/ 3 1 CMS clinical
equipment by review.
physician staff.
SJ028 hydrogen peroxide NF ................. 10 0 CMS clinical
review.
SJ053 swab-pad, alcohol NF ................. 10 0 CMS clinical
review.
13100................. Cmplx rpr trunk EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 32 27 Refined equipment
1.1-2.5 cm. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 32 39 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
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EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 32 27 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 32 39 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ114 electrosurgical NF ................. 32 39 Refined equipment
generator, up to time to reflect
120 watts. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 32 46 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 32 39 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
SB016 drape-cover, NF ................. 2 1 CMS clinical
sterile, OR review.
light handle.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 0 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB034 mask, surgical, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
with face shield.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
Electrocautery NF ................. 1 0 Non-standard
Supply Pack. direct practice
expense input.
SJ041 povidone soln NF ................. 5 0 Duplicative.
(Betadine).
13101................. Cmplx rpr trunk EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 45 27 Refined equipment
2.6-7.5 cm. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 45 47 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 45 27 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 45 47 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ114 electrosurgical NF ................. 45 47 Refined equipment
generator, up to time to reflect
120 watts. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 45 54 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 45 47 CMS clinical
(tubing, review.
covering, etc.)
with stand.
SB016 drape-cover, NF ................. 2 1 CMS clinical
sterile, OR review.
light handle.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 0 Duplicative.
impervious.
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SB027 gown, staff, F ................. 2 0 CMS clinical
impervious. review.
SB034 mask, surgical, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
with face shield.
SB034 mask, surgical, F ................. 2 1 CMS clinical
with face shield. review.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
Electrocautery NF ................. 1 0 Non-standard
Supply Pack. direct practice
expense input.
SJ041 povidone soln NF ................. 10 0 Duplicative.
(Betadine).
13102................. Cmplx rpr trunk EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 30 20 Refined equipment
addl 5cm/< time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 30 20 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ114 electrosurgical NF ................. 30 20 Refined equipment
generator, up to time to reflect
120 watts. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 30 20 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 30 20 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
Electrocautery NF ................. 1 0 Non-standard
Supply Pack. direct practice
expense input.
SJ041 povidone soln NF ................. 5 0 Duplicative.
(Betadine).
13120................. Cmplx rpr s/a/l EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 86 27 Refined equipment
1.1-2.5 cm. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 86 41 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 86 27 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 86 41 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ114 electrosurgical NF ................. 86 41 Refined equipment
generator, up to time to reflect
120 watts. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 86 48 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 86 41 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
[[Page 49012]]
SB016 drape-cover, NF ................. 2 1 CMS clinical
sterile, OR review.
light handle.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 0 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB027 gown, staff, F ................. 2 0 CMS clinical
impervious. review.
SB034 mask, surgical, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
with face shield.
SB034 mask, surgical, F ................. 2 1 CMS clinical
with face shield. review.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
Electrocautery NF ................. 1 0 Non-standard
Supply Pack. direct practice
expense input.
SJ041 povidone soln NF ................. 5 0 Duplicative.
(Betadine).
13121................. Cmplx rpr s/a/l EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 129 27 Refined equipment
2.6-7.5 cm. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 129 48 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 129 27 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 129 48 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ114 electrosurgical NF ................. 129 48 Refined equipment
generator, up to time to reflect
120 watts. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 129 55 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 129 48 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean Surgical 15 10 Standardized time
Instrument input.
Package.
SB016 drape-cover, NF ................. 2 1 CMS clinical
sterile, OR review.
light handle.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 0 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB034 mask, surgical, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
with face shield.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
Electrocautery NF ................. 1 0 Non-standard
Supply Pack. direct practice
expense input.
SJ041 povidone soln NF ................. 10 0 Duplicative.
(Betadine).
13122................. Cmplx rpr s/a/l EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 30 20 Refined equipment
addl 5 cm/> time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
[[Page 49013]]
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 30 20 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ114 electrosurgical NF ................. 30 20 Refined equipment
generator, up to time to reflect
120 watts. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 30 20 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 30 20 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
Electrocautery NF ................. 1 0 Non-standard
Supply Pack. direct practice
expense input.
SJ041 povidone soln NF ................. 5 0 Duplicative.
(Betadine).
13131................. Cmplx rpr f/c/c/m/ EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 45 27 Refined equipment
n/ax/g/h/f. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 45 48 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 45 27 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 45 48 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ114 electrosurgical NF ................. 45 48 Refined equipment
generator, up to time to reflect
120 watts. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 45 55 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 45 48 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
SB016 drape-cover, NF ................. 2 1 CMS clinical
sterile, OR review.
light handle.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 0 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB034 mask, surgical, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
with face shield.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
Electrocautery NF ................. 1 0 Non-standard
Supply Pack. direct practice
expense input.
SJ041 povidone soln NF ................. 5 0 Duplicative.
(Betadine).
[[Page 49014]]
13132................. Cmplx rpr f/c/c/m/ EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 50 27 Refined equipment
n/ax/g/h/f. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 50 51 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 50 27 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 50 51 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ114 electrosurgical NF ................. 50 51 Refined equipment
generator, up to time to reflect
120 watts. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 50 58 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 50 51 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
SB016 drape-cover, NF ................. 2 1 CMS clinical
sterile, OR review.
light handle.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 0 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB034 mask, surgical, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
with face shield.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
Electrocautery NF ................. 1 0 Non-standard
Supply Pack. direct practice
expense input.
SJ041 povidone soln NF ................. 10 0 Duplicative.
(Betadine).
13133................. Cmplx rpr f/c/c/m/ EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 35 23 Refined equipment
n/ax/g/h/f. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 35 23 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ114 electrosurgical NF ................. 35 23 Refined equipment
generator, up to time to reflect
120 watts. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 35 23 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 35 23 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
Electrocautery NF ................. 1 0 Non-standard
Supply Pack. direct practice
expense input.
[[Page 49015]]
SJ041 povidone soln NF ................. 5 0 Duplicative.
(Betadine).
13150................. Cmplx rpr e/n/e/l EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 30 27 Refined equipment
1.0 cm/< time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 30 44 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 30 27 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 30 44 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ114 electrosurgical NF ................. 30 44 Refined equipment
generator, up to time to reflect
120 watts. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 30 51 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 30 44 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Assist physician 20 26 Conforming to
in performing physician time.
procedure.
SB016 drape-cover, NF ................. 2 1 CMS clinical
sterile, OR review.
light handle.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 0 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB034 mask, surgical, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
with face shield.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
Electrocautery NF ................. 1 0 Non-standard
Supply Pack. direct practice
expense input.
SJ041 povidone soln NF ................. 5 0 Duplicative.
(Betadine).
13151................. Cmplx rpr e/n/e/l EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 45 27 Refined equipment
1.1-2.5 cm. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 45 48 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 45 27 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 45 48 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
[[Page 49016]]
EQ114 electrosurgical NF ................. 45 48 Refined equipment
generator, up to time to reflect
120 watts. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 45 55 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 45 48 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
SB016 drape-cover, NF ................. 2 1 CMS clinical
sterile, OR review.
light handle.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 0 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB034 mask, surgical, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
with face shield.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
Electrocautery NF ................. 1 0 Non-standard
Supply Pack. direct practice
expense input.
SJ041 povidone soln NF ................. 5 0 Duplicative.
(Betadine).
13152................. Cmplx rpr e/n/e/l EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 50 27 Refined equipment
2.6-7.5 cm. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 50 51 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 50 27 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 50 51 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ114 electrosurgical NF ................. 50 51 Refined equipment
generator, up to time to reflect
120 watts. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 50 58 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 50 51 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF ................. 15 10 Standardized time
input.
SB016 drape-cover, NF ................. 2 1 CMS clinical
sterile, OR review.
light handle.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 0 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB034 mask, surgical, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
with face shield.
Electrocautery NF ................. 1 0 Non-standard
Supply Pack. direct practice
expense input.
SJ041 povidone soln NF ................. 10 0 Duplicative.
(Betadine).
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13153................. Cmplx rpr e/n/e/l EF015 mayo stand....... NF ................. 45 30 Refined equipment
addl 5cm/< time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 45 30 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ114 electrosurgical NF ................. 45 30 Refined equipment
generator, up to time to reflect
120 watts. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 45 30 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ351 Smoke Evacuator NF ................. 45 30 Refined equipment
(tubing, time to reflect
covering, etc.) typical use
with stand. exclusive to
patient.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 2 0 CMS clinical
review.
Electrocautery NF ................. 1 0 Non-standard
Supply Pack. direct practice
expense input.
SJ041 povidone soln NF ................. 5 0 Duplicative.
(Betadine).
20600................. Drain/inject EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 19 16 Refined equipment
joint/bursa. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ168 light, exam...... NF ................. 19 16 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Discharge day 6 0 CMS clinical
management. review.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Conduct phone 0 3 CMS clinical
calls/call in review.
prescriptions.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 4 2 CMS clinical
review.
SC055 syringe 3ml...... NF ................. 2 1 CMS clinical
review.
20605................. Drain/inject EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 19 16 Refined equipment
joint/bursa. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ168 light, exam...... NF ................. 19 16 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Discharge day 6 0 CMS clinical
management. review.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Conduct phone 0 3 CMS clinical
calls/call in review.
prescriptions.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 4 2 CMS clinical
review.
SC055 syringe 3ml...... NF ................. 2 1 CMS clinical
review.
20610................. Drain/inject EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 19 16 Refined equipment
joint/bursa. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
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EQ168 light, exam...... NF ................. 19 16 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Discharge day 6 0 CMS clinical
management. review.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Conduct phone 0 3 CMS clinical
calls/call in review.
prescriptions.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 4 2 CMS clinical
review.
SC057 syringe 5-6ml.... NF ................. 2 1 CMS clinical
review.
23472................. Reconstruct SA052 pack, post-op F ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
shoulder joint. incision care review.
(staple).
SA053 pack, post-op F ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
incision care review.
(suture &
staple).
23473................. Revis reconst SA052 pack, post-op F ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
shoulder joint. incision care review.
(staple).
SA053 pack, post-op F ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
incision care review.
(suture &
staple).
23474................. Revis reconst SA052 pack, post-op F ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
shoulder joint. incision care review.
(staple).
SA053 pack, post-op F ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
incision care review.
(suture &
staple).
24363................. Replace elbow SA052 pack, post-op F ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
joint. incision care review.
(staple).
SA053 pack, post-op F ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
incision care review.
(suture &
staple).
24370................. Revise reconst SA052 pack, post-op F ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
elbow joint. incision care review.
(staple).
SA053 pack, post-op F ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
incision care review.
(suture &
staple).
24371................. Revise reconst SA052 pack, post-op F ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
elbow joint. incision care review.
(staple).
SA053 pack, post-op F ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
incision care review.
(suture &
staple).
31231................. Nasal endoscopy ED032 printer, laser, NF ................. 43 35 Refined equipment
dx. paper. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF008 chair with NF ................. 43 35 Refined equipment
headrest, exam, time to reflect
reclining. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ138 instrument pack, NF ................. 0 47 Refined equipment
medium ($1500 time to reflect
and up). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ167 light source, NF ................. 43 35 Refined equipment
xenon. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ170 light, fiberoptic NF ................. 43 35 Refined equipment
headlight w- time to reflect
source. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
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EQ234 suction and NF ................. 43 35 Refined equipment
pressure time to reflect
cabinet, ENT typical use
(SMR). exclusive to
patient.
ES013 endoscope, rigid, NF ................. 63 42 Refined equipment
sinoscopy. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ES013 endoscope, rigid, NF ................. 63 0 CMS clinical
sinoscopy. review.
ES031 video system, NF ................. 43 35 Refined equipment
endoscopy time to reflect
(processor, typical use
digital capture, exclusive to
monitor, patient.
printer, cart).
ES036 Nasal Endoscopy NF ................. 63 0 Non-standard
Instrument direct practice
Package. expense input.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Greet patient, 2 0 CMS clinical
provide gowning, review.
assure
appropriate
medical records
are available.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Obtain vital 1 0 CMS clinical
signs. review.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean Surgical 10 15 Standardized time
Instrument input.
Package.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Review/read X- 5 0 CMS clinical
ray, lab, and review.
pathology
reports.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
impervious.
SB034 mask, surgical, NF ................. 2 1 Duplicative.
with face shield.
31647................. Bronchial valve L047C RN/Respiratory F Complete pre- 3 5 CMS clinical
init insert. Therapist. service review.
diagnostic &
referral forms.
L047C RN/Respiratory F Coordinate pre- 5 3 CMS clinical
Therapist. surgery services. review.
32554................. Aspirate pleura w/ EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 56 52 Refined equipment
o imaging. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ168 light, exam...... NF ................. 0 52 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Complete pre- 5 0 CMS clinical
service review.
diagnostic &
referral forms.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Coordinate pre- 3 1 CMS clinical
surgery services. review.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Monitor pt. 5 10 CMS clinical
following review.
service/check
tubes, monitors,
drains.
SA048 pack, minimum NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
multi-specialty review.
visit.
SA067 tray, shave prep. NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
review.
......... kit, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clincial
thoracentesis. review.
SA070 tray, NF ................. 0 1 CMS clincial
thoracentesis. review.
SA077 kit, pleural NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
catheter review.
insertion.
SB001 cap, surgical.... NF ................. 0 2 CMS clinical
review.
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SB006 drape, non- NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
sterile, sheet review.
40in x 60in.
SB024 gloves, sterile.. NF ................. 1 2 CMS clinical
review.
SB034 mask, surgical, NF ................. 0 2 CMS clinical
with face shield. review.
SB039 shoe covers, NF ................. 0 2 CMS clinical
surgical. review.
SB044 underpad 2ft x NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
3ft (Chux). review.
SG056 gauze, sterile NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
4in x 4in (10 review.
pack uou).
32555................. Aspirate pleura w/ ED024 film processor, NF ................. 58 7 Refined equipment
imaging. dry, laser. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF019 stretcher chair.. NF ................. 15 10 CMS clinical
review.
EL015 room, ultrasound, NF ................. 33 30 Refined equipment
general. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 58 7 Refined equipment
(motorized film time to reflect
viewbox). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L041B Radiologic NF Complete pre- 5 0 CMS clinical
Technologist. service review.
diagnostic &
referral forms.
L041B Radiologic NF Coordinate pre- 3 1 CMS clinical
Technologist. surgery services. review.
L041B Radiologic NF Monitor pt. 15 10 CMS clinical
Technologist. following review.
service/check
tubes, monitors,
drains.
L041B Radiologic NF Process images, 5 2 CMS clinical
Technologist. complete data review.
sheet, present
images and data
to the
interpreting
physician.
kit, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
thoracentesis. review.
SA070 tray, NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
thoracentesis. review.
SA077 kit, pleural NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
catheter review.
insertion.
SB001 cap, surgical.... NF ................. 0 3 CMS clinical
review.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
impervious. review.
SB039 shoe covers, NF ................. 0 3 CMS clinical
surgical. review.
SB044 underpad 2ft x NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
3ft (Chux). review.
SG078 tape, surgical NF ................. 0 15 CMS clinical
occlusive 1in review.
(Blenderm).
SM012 disinfectant NF ................. 10 0 CMS clinical
spray review.
(Transeptic).
SM021 sanitizing cloth- NF ................. 2 0 CMS clinical
wipe (patient). review.
32556................. Insert cath EQ168 light, exam...... NF ................. 0 76 Refined equipment
pleura w/o image. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Complete pre- 5 0 CMS clinical
service review.
diagnostic &
referral forms.
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L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Coordinate pre- 3 1 CMS clinical
surgery services. review.
SA044 pack, moderate NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
sedation. review.
SA048 pack, minimum NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
multi-specialty review.
visit.
SA067 tray, shave prep. NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
review.
SB001 cap, surgical.... NF ................. 0 2 CMS clinical
review.
SB006 drape, non- NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
sterile, sheet review.
40in x 60in.
SB034 mask, surgical, NF ................. 0 2 CMS clinical
with face shield. review.
SB039 shoe covers, NF ................. 0 2 CMS clinical
surgical. review.
SB044 underpad 2ft x NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
3ft (Chux). review.
SC010 closed flush NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
system, review.
angiography.
SG056 gauze, sterile NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
4in x 4in (10 review.
pack uou).
SH065 sodium chloride NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
0.9% flush review.
syringe.
SH069 sodium chloride NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
0.9% irrigation review.
(500-1000ml uou).
SL157 cup, sterile, 8 NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
oz. review.
32557................. Insert cath ED024 film processor, NF ................. 58 7 CMS clinical
pleura w/image. dry, laser. review.
EF019 stretcher chair.. NF ................. 15 10 CMS clinical
review.
EL007 room, CT......... NF ................. 43 40 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ168 light, exam...... NF ................. 60 40 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 58 7 CMS clinical
(motorized film review.
viewbox).
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Complete pre- 5 0 CMS clinical
service review.
diagnostic &
referral forms.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Coordinate pre- 3 1 CMS clinical
surgery services. review.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Check dressings & 3 5 CMS clinical
wound/home care review.
instructions/
coordinate
office visits/
prescriptions.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Assist physician 28 30 Conforming to
in performing physician time.
procedure.
SA071 kit, AccuStick II NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
Introducer review.
System with RO
Marker.
SA077 kit, pleural NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
catheter review.
insertion.
SB001 cap, surgical.... NF ................. 2 3 CMS clinical
review.
SB011 drape, sterile, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
fenestrated 16in review.
x 29in.
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SB014 drape, sterile, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
three-quarter review.
sheet.
SB019 drape-towel, NF ................. 4 0 CMS clinical
sterile 18in x review.
26in.
SB024 gloves, sterile.. NF ................. 2 1 CMS clinical
review.
SB027 gown, staff, NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
impervious. review.
SB039 shoe covers, NF ................. 2 3 CMS clinical
surgical. review.
SC049 stop cock, 3-way. NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
SC056 syringe 50-60ml.. NF ................. 2 0 CMS clinical
review.
SC058 syringe w-needle, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
OSHA compliant review.
(SafetyGlide).
SD043 dilator, vessel, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
angiographic. review.
SD088 guidewire........ NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
SD146 catheter NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
percutaneous review.
fastener (Percu-
Stay).
SD161 drainage NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
catheter, all review.
purpose.
SD163 drainage pouch, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
nephrostomy- review.
biliary.
SF007 blade, surgical NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
(Bard-Parker). review.
SG009 applicator, NF ................. 4 0 CMS clinical
sponge-tipped. review.
SG078 tape, surgical NF ................. 0 25 CMS clinical
occlusive 1in review.
(Blenderm).
SH047 lidocaine 1%-2% NF ................. 10 0 CMS clinical
inj (Xylocaine). review.
SJ041 povidone soln NF ................. 60 0 CMS clinical
(Betadine). review.
SL036 cup, biopsy- NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
specimen sterile review.
4oz.
SL156 cup, sterile, 12- NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
16 oz. review.
33361................. Replace aortic L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Coordinate pre- 40 10 Standardized time
valve perq. surgery services. input.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Schedule space 8 5 Standardized time
and equipment in input.
facility.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Provide pre- 20 7 Standardized time
service input.
education/obtain
consent.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Follow-up phone 7 3 Standardized time
calls & input.
prescriptions.
33362................. Replace aortic L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Coordinate pre- 40 10 Standardized time
valve open. surgery services. input.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Schedule space 8 5 Standardized time
and equipment in input.
facility.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Provide pre- 20 7 Standardized time
service input.
education/obtain
consent.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Follow-up phone 7 3 Standardized time
calls & input.
prescriptions.
33363................. Replace aortic L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Coordinate pre- 40 10 Standardized time
valve open. surgery services. input.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Schedule space 8 5 Standardized time
and equipment in input.
facility.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Provide pre- 20 7 Standardized time
service input.
education/obtain
consent.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Follow-up phone 7 3 Standardized time
calls & input.
prescriptions.
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33364................. Replace aortic L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Coordinate pre- 40 10 Standardized time
valve open. surgery services. input.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Schedule space 8 5 Standardized time
and equipment in input.
facility.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Provide pre- 20 7 Standardized time
service input.
education/obtain
consent.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Follow-up phone 7 3 Standardized time
calls & input.
prescriptions.
33365................. Replace aortic L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Coordinate pre- 40 10 Standardized time
valve open. surgery services. input.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Schedule space 8 5 Standardized time
and equipment in input.
facility.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Provide pre- 20 7 Standardized time
service input.
education/obtain
consent.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Follow-up phone 7 3 Standardized time
calls & input.
prescriptions.
33366................. N/A..... L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Coordinate pre- 40 10 Standardized time
surgery services. input.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Schedule space 8 5 Standardized time
and equipment in input.
facility.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Provide pre- 20 7 Standardized time
service input.
education/obtain
consent.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Follow-up phone 7 3 Standardized time
calls & input.
prescriptions.
33405................. Replacement of L051A RN............... F Other Clinical 15 0 CMS clinical
aortic valve. Activity--specif review.
y: for reference
code 33406 and
codes 33405 and
33430:
Additional
coordination
between multiple
specialties for
complex
procedures
(tests, meds,
scheduling, etc)
prior to patient
arrival at site
of service..
L051A RN............... F Other Clinical 15 0 CMS clinical
Activity--specif review.
y: for reference
code 33406 and
codes 33405 and
33430:
Additional
coordination
between multiple
specialties for
complex
procedures
(tests, meds,
scheduling, etc)
prior to patient
arrival at site
of service..
35475................. Repair arterial EL011 room, angiography NF ................. 51 52 Refined equipment
blockage. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ011 ECG, 3-channel NF ................. 212 285 Moderate Sedation
(with SpO2, equipment--Time
NIBP, temp, includes
resp). administering
anesthesia,
procedure time,
and monitoring
patient.
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EQ032 IV infusion pump. NF ................. 212 285 Moderate Sedation
equipment--Time
includes
administering
anesthesia,
procedure time,
and monitoring
patient.
EQ168 light, exam...... NF ................. 120 52 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Complete pre- 5 3 CMS clinical
service review.
diagnostic &
referral forms.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Obtain vital 5 3 CMS clinical
signs. review.
L041B Radiologic NF Prepare room, 4 2 Standardized time
Technologist. equipment, input.
supplies.
SB019 drape-towel, NF ................. 4 2 CMS clinical
sterile 18in x review.
26in.
35476................. Repair venous Ef027 table, NF ................. 302 277 Moderate Sedation
blockage. instrument, equipment--Time
mobile. includes
administering
anesthesia,
procedure time,
and monitoring
patient.
EL011 room, angiography NF ................. 43 44 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ011 ECG, 3-channel NF ................. 137 277 Moderate Sedation
(with SpO2, equipment--Time
NIBP, temp, includes
resp). administering
anesthesia,
procedure time,
and monitoring
patient.
EQ032 IV infusion pump. NF ................. 137 277 Moderate Sedation
equipment--Time
includes
administering
anesthesia,
procedure time,
and monitoring
patient.
EQ168 light, exam...... NF ................. 120 44 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... F Schedule space 3 5 CMS clinical
and equipment in review.
facility.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Obtain vital 5 3 CMS clinical
signs. review.
L041B Radiologic NF Prepare room, 4 2 Standardized time
Technologist. equipment, input.
supplies.
SB019 drape-towel, NF ................. 4 2 CMS clinical
sterile 18in x review.
26in.
36221................. Place cath EF018 stretcher........ NF ................. 272 0 CMS Code
thoracic aorta. correction.
EF027 table, NF ................. 0 272 CMS Code
instrument, correction.
mobile.
EL011 room, angiography NF ................. 49 45 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
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EQ088 contrast media NF ................. 49 45 Refined equipment
warmer. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 49 45 Refined equipment
(motorized film time to reflect
viewbox). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Greet patient, 5 3 Standardized time
provide gowning, input.
assure
appropriate
medical records
are available.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Obtain vital 5 3 CMS clinical
signs. review.
L041A Angio Technician. NF Image Post 5 0 CMS clinical
Processing. review.
L041B Radiologic NF Prepare room, 2 7 CMS clinical
Technologist. equipment, review.
supplies.
L041B Radiologic NF Prepare and 2 7 CMS clinical
Technologist. position patient/ review.
monitor patient/
set up IV.
SD249 Sterile Radio- NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
opaque ruler (le review.
Maitre,
documentation
available).
36222................. Place cath EF018 stretcher........ NF ................. 282 0 CMS Code
carotid/inom art. correction.
EF027 table, NF ................. 0 282 CMS Code
instrument, correction.
mobile.
EL011 room, angiography NF ................. 59 55 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ088 contrast media NF ................. 59 55 Refined equipment
warmer. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 59 55 Refined equipment
(motorized film time to reflect
viewbox). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Greet patient, 5 3 Standardized time
provide gowning, input.
assure
appropriate
medical records
are available.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Obtain vital 5 3 CMS clinical
signs. review.
SD147 catheter, (Glide) NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
SD249 Sterile Radio- NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
opaque ruler (le review.
Maitre,
documentation
available).
36223................. Place cath EF018 stretcher........ NF ................. 287 0 CMS Code
carotid/inom art. correction.
EF027 table, NF ................. 0 287 CMS Code
instrument, correction.
mobile.
EL011 room, angiography NF ................. 64 60 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
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EQ088 contrast media NF ................. 64 60 Refined equipment
warmer. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 64 60 Refined equipment
(motorized film time to reflect
viewbox). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Greet patient, 5 3 Standardized time
provide gowning, input.
assure
appropriate
medical records
are available.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Obtain vital 5 3 CMS clinical
signs. review.
SD249 Sterile Radio- NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
opaque ruler (le review.
Maitre,
documentation
available).
36224................. Place cath carotd EF018 stretcher........ NF ................. 292 0 CMS Code
art. correction.
EF027 table, NF ................. 0 292 CMS Code
instrument, correction.
mobile.
EL011 room, angiography NF ................. 69 65 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ088 contrast media NF ................. 69 65 Refined equipment
warmer. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 69 65 Refined equipment
(motorized film time to reflect
viewbox). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Greet patient, 5 3 Standardized time
provide gowning, input.
assure
appropriate
medical records
are available.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Obtain vital 5 3 CMS clinical
signs. review.
36225................. Place cath EF018 stretcher........ NF ................. 287 0 CMS Code
subclavian art. correction.
EF027 table, NF ................. 0 287 CMS Code
instrument, correction.
mobile.
EL011 room, angiography NF ................. 64 60 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ088 contrast media NF ................. 64 60 Refined equipment
warmer. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 64 60 Refined equipment
(motorized film time to reflect
viewbox). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Greet patient, 5 3 Standardized time
provide gowning, input.
assure
appropriate
medical records
are available.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Obtain vital 5 3 CMS clinical
signs. review.
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36226................. Place cath EF018 stretcher........ NF ................. 292 0 CMS Code
vertebral art. correction.
EF027 table, NF ................. 0 292 CMS Code
instrument, correction.
mobile.
EL011 room, angiography NF ................. 69 65 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ088 contrast media NF ................. 69 65 Refined equipment
warmer. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 69 65 Refined equipment
(motorized film time to reflect
viewbox). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Greet patient, 5 3 Standardized time
provide gowning, input.
assure
appropriate
medical records
are available.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Obtain vital 5 3 CMS clinical
signs. review.
36228................. Place cath L041B Radiologic NF Prepare room, 1 0 CMS clinical
intracranial art. Technologist. equipment, review.
supplies.
L041B Radiologic NF Assisting with 23 22 CMS clinical
Technologist. flouroscopy/ review.
image
acquisition
(75%).
SC057 syringe 5-6ml.... NF ................. 4 0 CMS clinical
review.
37197................. Remove intrvas EF027 table, NF ................. 305 302 Moderate Sedation
foreign body. instrument, equipment--Time
mobile. includes
administering
anesthesia,
procedure time,
and monitoring
patient.
EL011 room, angiography NF ................. 77 72 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ011 ECG, 3-channel NF ................. 305 302 Moderate Sedation
(with SpO2, equipment--Time
NIBP, temp, includes
resp). administering
anesthesia,
procedure time,
and monitoring
patient.
EQ032 IV infusion pump. NF ................. 305 302 Moderate Sedation
equipment--Time
includes
administering
anesthesia,
procedure time,
and monitoring
patient.
EQ088 contrast media NF ................. 77 0 CMS clinical
warmer. review.
EQ250 ultrasound unit, NF ................. 77 0 CMS clinical
portable. review.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 77 72 Refined equipment
(motorized film time to reflect
viewbox). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
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L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Greet patient, 5 3 Standardized time
provide gowning, input.
assure
appropriate
medical records
are available.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Obtain vital 5 3 CMS clinical
signs. review.
L041B Radiologic NF Prepare room, 7 5 CMS clinical
Technologist. equipment, review.
supplies
(including
imaging
equipment).
L041B Radiologic NF Prepare and 5 2 Standardized time
Technologist. position patient/ input.
monitor patient/
set up IV.
SB005 cover-condom, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
transducer or review.
ultrasound probe.
SB048 sheath-cover, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
sterile, 96in x review.
6in (transducer).
SD147 catheter, (Glide) NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
SD252 guidewire, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
Amplatz wire 260 review.
cm.
SH065 sodium chloride NF ................. 2 0 CMS clinical
0.9% flush review.
syringe.
47600................. Removal of SA053 pack, post-op F ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
gallbladder. incision care review.
(suture &
staple).
SA054 pack, post-op F ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
incision care review.
(suture).
47605................. Removal of SA053 pack, post-op F ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
gallbladder. incision care review.
(suture &
staple).
SA054 pack, post-op F ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
incision care review.
(suture).
50590................. Fragmenting of EL014 room, NF ................. 86 0 Consistent with
kidney stone. radiographic- the AMA RUC's
fluoroscopic. CY2011
recommendation.
EQ175 lithotriptor, NF ................. 86 67 Refined equipment
with C-arm time to reflect
(ESWL). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
52214................. Cystoscopy and EF027 table, NF ................. 100 65 Refined equipment
treatment. instrument, time to reflect
mobile. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 100 65 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 100 65 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ153 laser (gs, uro, NF ................. 100 65 Refined equipment
obg, ge) (Indigo time to reflect
Optima). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ167 light source, NF ................. 100 65 Refined equipment
xenon. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
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ES006 endoscope NF ................. 100 65 Refined equipment
forceps, biopsy. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ES007 endoscope NF ................. 100 65 Refined equipment
forceps, time to reflect
grasping. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ES018 fiberscope, NF ................. 100 92 Refined equipment
flexible, time to reflect
cystoscopy. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ES031 video system, NF ................. 100 65 Refined equipment
endoscopy time to reflect
(processor, typical use
digital capture, exclusive to
monitor, patient.
printer, cart).
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Review Chart..... 3 0 CMS clinical
review.
SB019 drape-towel, NF ................. 1 0 Duplicative.
sterile 18in x
26in.
SB024 gloves, sterile.. NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
review.
SD270 Penis clamp...... NF ................. 1 0 Not a disposable
according to
submitted
invoice.
SH047 lidocaine 1%-2% NF ................. 50 0 Duplicative.
inj (Xylocaine).
52224................. Cystoscopy and EF027 table, NF ................. 105 67 Refined equipment
treatment. instrument, time to reflect
mobile. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 105 67 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 105 67 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ153 laser (gs, uro, NF ................. 105 67 Refined equipment
obg, ge) (Indigo time to reflect
Optima). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ167 light source, NF ................. 105 67 Refined equipment
xenon. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ES006 endoscope NF ................. 105 67 Refined equipment
forceps, biopsy. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ES007 endoscope NF ................. 105 67 Refined equipment
forceps, time to reflect
grasping. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ES018 fiberscope, NF ................. 105 94 Refined equipment
flexible, time to reflect
cystoscopy. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ES031 video system, NF ................. 105 67 Refined equipment
endoscopy time to reflect
(processor, typical use
digital capture, exclusive to
monitor, patient.
printer, cart).
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L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Review Chart..... 3 0 CMS clinical
review.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Prepare biopsy 5 2 CMS clinical
Specimen. review.
SB019 drape-towel, NF ................. 1 0 Duplicative.
sterile 18in x
26in.
SB024 gloves, sterile.. NF ................. 3 1 CMS clinical
review.
SD270 Penis clamp...... NF ................. 1 0 Not a disposable
according to
submitted
invoice.
SH047 lidocaine 1%-2% NF ................. 50 0 Duplicative.
inj (Xylocaine).
SL036 cup, biopsy- NF ................. 6 3 CMS clinical
specimen sterile review.
4oz.
52287................. Cystoscopy EF027 table, NF ................. 78 49 Refined equipment
chemodenervation. instrument, time to reflect
mobile. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 78 49 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ170 light, fiberoptic NF ................. 78 49 Refined equipment
headlight w- time to reflect
source. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ES018 fiberscope, NF ................. 78 76 Refined equipment
flexible, time to reflect
cystoscopy. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ES031 video system, NF ................. 78 49 Refined equipment
endoscopy time to reflect
(processor, typical use
digital capture, exclusive to
monitor, patient.
printer, cart).
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Assist physician 20 21 Conforming to
in performing physician time.
procedure.
SH048 lidocaine 2% NF ................. 10 0 Duplicative.
jelly, topical
(Xylocaine).
53850................. Prostatic EF020 stretcher, NF ................. 99 85 Refined equipment
microwave endoscopy. time to reflect
thermotx. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF027 table, NF ................. 99 85 Refined equipment
instrument, time to reflect
mobile. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 169 152 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... F ................. 169 152 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ037 TUMT system NF ................. 99 85 Refined equipment
control unit. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ168 light, exam...... NF ................. 169 152 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
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EQ168 light, exam...... F ................. 169 152 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ250 ultrasound unit, NF ................. 99 85 Refined equipment
portable. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Prepare room, 2 4 CMS clinical
equipment, review.
supplies.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Setup ultrasound 5 0 CMS clinical
probe. review.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Setup TUMT 5 0 CMS clinical
machine. review.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean TUMT 3 0 CMS clinical
machine. review.
SB022 gloves, non- NF ................. 3 2 CMS clinical
sterile. review.
SB024 gloves, sterile.. NF ................. 3 2 CMS clinical
review.
SH047 lidocaine 1%-2% NF ................. 3 30 CMS clinical
inj (Xylocaine). review.
64612................. Destroy nerve EL006 lane, screening F ................. 39 27 Refined equipment
face muscle. (oph). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EL006 lane, screening NF ................. 48 45 Refined equipment
(oph). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
SC031 needle, 30g...... F ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
review.
64615................. Chemodenerv musc EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 24 18 Refined equipment
migraine. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
65800................. Drainage of eye.. EL006 Lane, Screening.. NF ................. 21 22 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 21 22 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
67810................. Biopsy eyelid & EF014 light, surgical.. NF ................. 20 22 Refined equipment
lid margin. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 20 22 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ110 electrocautery- NF ................. 1 22 Refined equipment
hyfrecator, up time to reflect
to 45 watts. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ137 instrument pack, NF ................. 1 30 Refined equipment
basic ($500- time to reflect
$1499). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
SB011 drape, sterile, NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
fenestrated 16in review.
x 29in.
SB019 drape-towel, NF ................. 4 1 CMS clinical
sterile 18in x review.
26in.
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SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 Standardized time
input.
72040................. X-ray exam neck ED025 film processor, NF ................. 20 4 Refined equipment
spine 3/vws. wet. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EL012 room, basic NF ................. 36 25 Refined equipment
radiology. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 36 8 Refined equipment
(motorized film time to reflect
viewbox). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
Film jacket or NF ................. 1 0 Non-standard
jacket insert. direct practice
expense input.
72191................. Ct angiograph EL007 room, CT......... NF ................. 101 40 Refined equipment
pelv w/o&w/dye. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L041B Radiologic NF Retrieve prior 0 5 CMS clinical
Technologist. appropriate review.
imaging exams
and hang for MD
review, verify
orders, review
the chart to
incorporate
relevant
clinical
information.
L041B Radiologic NF Greet patient, 0 3 CMS clinical
Technologist. provide gowning, review.
assure
appropriate
medical records
are available.
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L041B Radiologic NF Education/ 0 2 CMS clinical
Technologist. instruction/ review.
counseling/
obtain consent.
L041B Radiologic NF Prepare room, 0 2 Standardized time
Technologist. equipment, input.
supplies.
L041B Radiologic NF Prepare and 0 7 CMS clinical
Technologist. position patient/ review.
monitor patient/
set up IV.
L041B Radiologic NF Aquire images.... 0 28 CMS clinical
Technologist. review.
L041B Radiologic NF Clean room/ 0 3 CMS clinical
Technologist. equipment by review.
physician staff.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Retrieve prior 5 0 CMS clinical
appropriate review.
imaging exams
and hang for MD
review, verify
orders, review
the chart to
incorporate
relevant
clinical
information.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Greet patient, 3 0 CMS clinical
provide gowning, review.
assure
appropriate
medical records
are available.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Education/ 2 0 CMS clinical
instruction/ review.
counseling/
obtain consent.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Prepare room, 5 0 CMS clinical
equipment, review.
supplies.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Prepare and 7 0 CMS clinical
position patient/ review.
monitor patient/
set up IV.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Aquire images.... 28 0 CMS clinical
review.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Clean room/ 3 0 CMS clinical
equipment by review.
physician staff.
SK016 computer media, NF ................. 1 0.1 CMS clinical
optical disk review.
2.6gb.
72192................. Ct pelvis w/o dye ED024 film processor, NF ................. 5 0 CMS clinical
dry, laser. review.
ED032 printer, laser, NF ................. 0 5 CMS clinical
paper. review.
EL007 room, CT......... NF ................. 45 22 CMS clinical
review.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Pre-Service 6 4 CMS clinical
Period. review.
SK013 computer media, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
dvd. review.
SK016 computer media, NF ................. 0 0.1 CMS clinical
optical disk review.
2.6gb.
SK076 slide sleeve NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
(photo slides). review.
SK091 x-ray envelope... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
SK098 film, x-ray, NF ................. 4 8 CMS clinical
laser print. review.
72193................. Ct pelvis w/dye.. ED024 film processor, NF ................. 5 0 CMS clinical
dry, laser. review.
ED032 printer, laser, NF ................. 0 5 CMS clinical
paper. review.
EL007 room, CT......... NF ................. 40 32 CMS clinical
review.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Pre-Service 7 4 CMS clinical
Period. review.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Service Period... 40 43 CMS clinical
review.
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SB006 drape, non- NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
sterile, sheet review.
40in x 60in.
SB014 drape, sterile, NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
three-quarter review.
sheet.
SC001 angiocatheter 14g- NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
24g. review.
SC002 angiocatheter set NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
review.
SC025 needle, 14-20g, NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
biopsy. review.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
SC059 syringe, 25ml NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
(MRI power review.
injector).
SG068 plaster bandage NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
(4in x 5yd uou). review.
SG075 tape, elastic, NF ................. 0 6 CMS clinical
1in review.
(Elastoplast,
Elasticon) (5yd
uou).
SG079 tape, surgical NF ................. 6 0 CMS clinical
paper 1in review.
(Micropore).
SH065 sodium chloride NF ................. 0 15 CMS clinical
0.9% flush review.
syringe.
SK013 computer media, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
dvd. review.
SK016 computer media, NF ................. 0 0.1 CMS clinical
optical disk review.
2.6gb.
SK076 slide sleeve NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
(photo slides). review.
SK091 x-ray envelope... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
72194................. Ct pelvis w/o & w/ ED024 film processor, NF ................. 10 7 CMS clinical
dye. dry, laser. review.
EL007 room, CT......... NF ................. 54 39 CMS clinical
review.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 10 7 CMS clinical
(motorized film review.
viewbox).
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Pre-Service 7 4 CMS clinical
Period. review.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Service Period... 54 52 CMS clinical
review.
SC025 needle, 14-20g, NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
biopsy. review.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
SK013 computer media, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
dvd. review.
SK016 computer media, NF ................. 0 0.1 CMS clinical
optical disk review.
2.6gb.
SK076 slide sleeve NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
(photo slides). review.
SK091 x-ray envelope... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
SK098 film, x-ray, NF ................. 0 8 CMS clinical
laser print. review.
73221................. Mri joint upr ED024 film processor, NF ................. 63 33 Refined equipment
extrem w/o dye. dry, laser. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EL008 room, MR......... NF ................. 63 33 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 63 33 Refined equipment
(motorized film time to reflect
viewbox). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
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L047A MRI Technologist. NF Prepare room, 5 3 CMS clinical
equipment, review.
supplies.
L047A MRI Technologist. NF Prepare and 3 2 Standardized time
position patient/ input.
monitor patient/
set up IV.
L047A MRI Technologist. NF Escort patient 2 0 Non-standard
from exam room direct practice
due to magnetic expense input.
sensitivity.
Insert folder.... NF ................. 1 0 Non-standard
direct practice
expense input.
73721................. Mri jnt of lwr ED024 film processor, NF ................. 63 33 Refined equipment
extre w/o dye. dry, laser. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EL008 room, MR......... NF ................. 63 33 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 63 33 Refined equipment
(motorized film time to reflect
viewbox). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L047A MRI Technologist. NF Prepare room, 5 3 CMS clinical
equipment, review.
supplies.
L047A MRI Technologist. NF Prepare and 3 2 Standardized time
position patient/ input.
monitor patient/
set up IV.
L047A MRI Technologist. NF Escort patient 2 0 Non-standard
from exam room direct practice
due to magnetic expense input.
sensitivity.
Insert folder.... NF ................. 1 0 Non-standard
direct practice
expense input.
74150................. Ct abdomen w/o ED024 film processor, NF ................. 5 0 CMS clinical
dye. dry, laser. review.
ED032 printer, laser, NF ................. 0 5 CMS clinical
paper. review.
EL007 room, CT......... NF ................. 32 22 CMS clinical
review.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Pre-Service 6 4 CMS clinical
Period. review.
SK013 computer media, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
dvd. review.
SK016 computer media, NF ................. 0 0.1 CMS clinical
optical disk review.
2.6gb.
SK076 slide sleeve NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
(photo slides). review.
SK091 x-ray envelope... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
SK098 film, x-ray, NF ................. 4 8 CMS clinical
laser print. review.
74160................. Ct abdomen w/dye. ED024 film processor, NF ................. 7 0 CMS clinical
dry, laser. review.
ED032 printer, laser, NF ................. 0 5 CMS clinical
paper. review.
EL007 room, CT......... NF ................. 47 32 CMS clinical
review.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 7 5 CMS clinical
(motorized film review.
viewbox).
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Pre-Service 7 4 CMS clinical
Period. review.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Service Period... 47 43 CMS clinical
review.
SB006 drape, non- NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
sterile, sheet review.
40in x 60in.
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SB014 drape, sterile, NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
three-quarter review.
sheet.
SC001 angiocatheter 14g- NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
24g. review.
SC002 angiocatheter set NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
review.
SC025 needle, 14-20g, NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
biopsy. review.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
SC059 syringe, 25ml NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
(MRI power review.
injector).
SG075 tape, elastic, NF ................. 0 6 CMS clinical
1in review.
(Elastoplast,
Elasticon) (5yd
uou).
SG079 tape, surgical NF ................. 6 0 CMS clinical
paper 1in review.
(Micropore).
SH065 sodium chloride NF ................. 0 15 CMS clinical
0.9% flush review.
syringe.
SH068 sodium chloride NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
0.9% inj review.
bacteriostatic
(30ml uou).
SK013 computer media, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
dvd. review.
SK016 computer media, NF ................. 0 0.1 CMS clinical
optical disk review.
2.6gb.
SK076 slide sleeve NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
(photo slides). review.
SK091 x-ray envelope... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
SK098 film, x-ray, NF ................. 6 4 CMS clinical
laser print. review.
74170................. Ct abdomen w/o & ED024 film processor, NF ................. 15 7 Refined equipment
w/dye. dry, laser. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EL007 room, CT......... NF ................. 65 39 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 15 7 Refined equipment
(motorized film time to reflect
viewbox). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Retrieve prior 7 4 CMS clinical
appropriate review.
imaging exams
and hang for MD
review, verify
orders, review
the chart to
incorporate
relevant
clinical
information and
confirm contrast
protocol with
interpreting MD.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Assist physician 32 27 CMS clinical
in performing review.
procedure.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Image Post 15 7 CMS clinical
Processing. review.
SB006 drape, non- NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
sterile, sheet review.
40in x 60in.
SB014 drape, sterile, NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
three-quarter review.
sheet.
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SC001 angiocatheter 14g- NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
24g. review.
SC002 angiocatheter set NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
review.
SC025 needle, 14-20g, NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
biopsy. review.
SC029 needle, 18-27g... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
SC059 syringe, 25ml NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
(MRI power review.
injector).
SG050 gauze, non- NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
sterile 2in x review.
2in.
SG075 tape, elastic, NF ................. 0 6 CMS clinical
1in review.
(Elastoplast,
Elasticon) (5yd
uou).
SG079 tape, surgical NF ................. 6 0 CMS clinical
paper 1in review.
(Micropore).
SH016 barium suspension NF ................. 900 0 CMS clinical
(Polibar). review.
SH065 sodium chloride NF ................. 0 15 CMS clinical
0.9% flush review.
syringe.
SH068 sodium chloride NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
0.9% inj review.
bacteriostatic
(30ml uou).
SK013 computer media, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
dvd. review.
SK016 computer media, NF ................. 0 0.1 CMS clinical
optical disk review.
2.6gb.
SK076 slide sleeve NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
(photo slides). review.
SK091 x-ray envelope... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
SK098 film, x-ray, NF ................. 14 8 CMS clinical
laser print. review.
74175................. Ct angio abdom w/ EL007 room, CT......... NF ................. 101 40 Refined equipment
o & w/dye. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L041B Radiologic NF Retrieve prior 0 5 CMS clinical
Technologist. appropriate review.
imaging exams
and hang for MD
review, verify
orders, review
the chart to
incorporate
relevant
clinical
information.
L041B Radiologic NF Greet patient, 0 3 CMS clinical
Technologist. provide gowning, review.
assure
appropriate
medical records
are available.
L041B Radiologic NF Education/ 0 2 CMS clinical
Technologist. instruction/ review.
counseling/
obtain consent.
L041B Radiologic NF Prepare room, 0 2 Standardized time
Technologist. equipment, input.
supplies.
L041B Radiologic NF Prepare and 0 7 CMS clinical
Technologist. position patient/ review.
monitor patient/
set up IV.
L041B Radiologic NF Aquire images.... 0 28 CMS clinical
Technologist. review.
L041B Radiologic NF Clean room/ 0 3 CMS clinical
Technologist. equipment by review.
physician staff.
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L046A CT Technologist.. NF Retrieve prior 5 0 CMS clinical
appropriate review.
imaging exams
and hang for MD
review, verify
orders, review
the chart to
incorporate
relevant
clinical
information.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Greet patient, 3 0 CMS clinical
provide gowning, review.
assure
appropriate
medical records
are available.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Education/ 2 0 CMS clinical
instruction/ review.
counseling/
obtain consent.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Prepare room, 5 0 CMS clinical
equipment, review.
supplies.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Prepare and 7 0 CMS clinical
position patient/ review.
monitor patient/
set up IV.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Aquire images.... 28 0 CMS clinical
review.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Clean room/ 3 0 CMS clinical
equipment by review.
physician staff.
SK016 computer media, NF ................. 1 0.1 CMS clinical
optical disk review.
2.6gb.
74176................. Ct abd & pelvis.. ED032 printer, laser, NF ................. 8 7 CMS clinical
paper. review.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 27 7 CMS clinical
(motorized film review.
viewbox).
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Service Period... 40 39 CMS clinical
review.
SK016 computer media, NF ................. 0 0.1 CMS clinical
optical disk review.
2.6gb.
SK076 slide sleeve NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
(photo slides). review.
74177................. Ct abd & pelv w/ ED032 printer, laser, NF ................. 10 7 CMS clinical
contrast. paper. review.
EL007 room, CT......... NF ................. 42 39 CMS clinical
review.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 42 7 CMS clinical
(motorized film review.
viewbox).
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Pre-Service 7 6 CMS clinical
Period. review.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Service Period... 58 52 CMS clinical
review.
SK016 computer media, NF ................. 0 0.1 CMS clinical
optical disk review.
2.6gb.
SK076 slide sleeve NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
(photo slides). review.
SK098 film, x-ray, NF ................. 10 8 CMS clinical
laser print. review.
74178................. Ct abd & pelv 1/> ED032 printer, laser, NF ................. 20 10 CMS clinical
regns. paper. review.
EL007 room, CT......... NF ................. 57 48 CMS clinical
review.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 57 10 CMS clinical
(motorized film review.
viewbox).
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Pre-Service 7 6 CMS clinical
Period. review.
L046A CT Technologist.. NF Service Period... 83 64 CMS clinical
review.
SK016 computer media, NF ................. 0 0.1 CMS clinical
optical disk review.
2.6gb.
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SK076 slide sleeve NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
(photo slides). review.
SK098 film, x-ray, NF ................. 23 16 CMS clinical
laser print. review.
76830................. Transvaginal us ED024 film processor, NF ................. 5 0 CMS clinical
non-ob. dry, laser. review.
ED032 printer, laser, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
paper. review.
EF027 table, NF ................. 0 36 Refined equipment
instrument, time to reflect
mobile. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF034 table, ultrasound NF ................. 0 36 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EL015 room, ultrasound, NF ................. 37 0 CMS clinical
general. review.
EQ250 ultrasound unit, NF ................. 0 36 Refined equipment
portable. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 10 0 CMS clinical
(motorized film review.
viewbox).
ER086 ultrasound probe. NF ................. 0 37 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L051B RN/Diagnostic NF Clean room/ 3 2 CMS clinical
Medical equipment by review.
Sonographer. physician staff.
SB026 gown, patient.... NF ................. 0 1 CMS clinical
review.
SJ033 lubricating jelly NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
(Surgilube). review.
76872................. Us transrectal... EF027 table, NF ................. 68 34 Refined equipment
instrument, time to reflect
mobile. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EF034 table, ultrasound NF ................. 68 34 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ250 ultrasound unit, NF ................. 68 34 Refined equipment
portable. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER086 ultrasound probe. NF ................. 68 35 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L051B RN/Diagnostic NF Retrieve prior 0 3 CMS clinical
Medical images for review.
Sonographer. comparison:.
L051B RN/Diagnostic NF Review Chart..... 3 0 CMS clinical
Medical review.
Sonographer.
L051B RN/Diagnostic NF Obtain vital 3 0 CMS clinical
Medical signs. review.
Sonographer.
L051B RN/Diagnostic NF Prepare room, 2 3 CMS clinical
Medical equipment, review.
Sonographer. supplies.
L051B RN/Diagnostic NF Prepare 5 0 CMS clinical
Medical ultrasound probe. review.
Sonographer.
L051B RN/Diagnostic NF Obtain vital 3 0 CMS clinical
Medical signs. review.
Sonographer.
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L051B RN/Diagnostic NF Clean room/ 3 2 CMS clinical
Medical equipment by review.
Sonographer. physician staff.
SB012 drape, sterile, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
for Mayo stand. review.
SC019 iv tubing NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
(extension). review.
SH048 lidocaine 2% NF ................. 10 0 CMS clinical
jelly, topical review.
(Xylocaine).
SJ001 alcohol isopropyl NF ................. 5 0 CMS clinical
70%. review.
SJ032 lubricating jelly NF ................. 2 0 CMS clinical
(K-Y) (5gm uou). review.
SM018 glutaraldehyde NF ................. 32 0 CMS clinical
3.4% (Cidex, review.
Maxicide,
Wavicide).
SM019 glutaraldehyde NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
test strips review.
(Cidex, Metrex).
SM022 sanitizing cloth- NF ................. 2 0 CMS clinical
wipe (surface, review.
instruments,
equipment).
77003................. Fluoroguide for ED025 film processor, NF ................. 3 2 Refined equipment
spine inject. wet. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EL014 room, NF ................. 9 18 Refined equipment
radiographic- time to reflect
fluoroscopic. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER029 film alternator NF ................. 3 2 Refined equipment
(motorized film time to reflect
viewbox). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L041B Radiologic NF Clean room/ 2 1 CMS clinical
Technologist. equipment by review.
physician staff.
L041B Radiologic NF Process films, 3 2 CMS clinical
Technologist. hang films and review.
review study
with
interpreting MD
prior to patient
discharge.
77080................. Dxa bone density ER078 phantom, spine, NF ................. 1 2 Refined equipment
axial. DXA calibration time to reflect
check. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
77301................. Radiotherapy dose ED011 computer system, NF ................. 20 0 CMS clinical
plan imrt. record and review.
verify.
ED033 treatment NF ................. 376 330 CMS clinical
planning system, review.
IMRT (Corvus w-
Peregrine 3D
Monte Carlo).
ER005 IMRT CT-based NF ................. 58 47 CMS clinical
simulator. review.
ER014 chamber, Farmer- NF ................. 45 47 Refined equipment
type. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER028 electrometer, PC- NF ................. 45 47 Refined equipment
based, dual time to reflect
channel. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
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ER050 phantom, solid NF ................. 45 47 Refined equipment
water time to reflect
calibration typical use
check. exclusive to
patient.
ER089 IMRT accelerator. NF ................. 45 47 CMS clinical
review.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Obtain vital 3 0 CMS clinical
signs. review.
78012................. Thyroid uptake EF010 chair, thyroid NF ................. 40 30 Refined equipment
measurement. imaging. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER063 thyroid uptake NF ................. 40 30 Refined equipment
system. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
78013................. Thyroid imaging w/ ER032 gamma camera NF ................. 48 38 Refined equipment
blood flow. system, single- time to reflect
dual head. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
78014................. Thyroid imaging w/ EF010 chair, thyroid NF ................. 65 55 Refined equipment
blood flow. imaging. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER032 gamma camera NF ................. 65 50 Refined equipment
system, single- time to reflect
dual head. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER063 thyroid uptake NF ................. 65 55 Refined equipment
system. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
78070................. Parathyroid ER032 gamma camera NF ................. 73 68 Refined equipment
planar imaging. system, single- time to reflect
dual head. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
78071................. Parathyrd planar ER032 gamma camera NF ................. 86 81 Refined equipment
w/wo subtrj. system, single- time to reflect
dual head. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
86153................. Cell enumeration EP106 CELLSEARCH system NF ................. 16 0 Laboratory
phys interp. physician
interpretation
code.
EP107 Laboratory NF ................. 4 0 Laboratory
Information physician
System. interpretation
code.
L045A Cytotechnologist. NF Collate images 5 0 Laboratory
and review with physician
Pathologist. interpretation
code.
88120................. Cytp urne 3-5 EP088 ThermoBrite...... NF ................. 107 321 CMS clinical
probes ea spec. review.
EP092 Olympus BX41 NF ................. 1.33 73.00 CMS clinical
Fluorescent review.
Microscope
(without filters
or camera ).
88121................. Cytp urine 3-5 EP088 ThermoBrite...... NF ................. 26.75 160.50 CMS clinical
probes cmptr. review.
EP090 IkoniLan Software NF ................. 2.97 29.70 CMS clinical
review.
EP091 IkoniScope....... NF ................. 2.97 29.70 CMS clinical
review.
88300................. Surgical path ......... courier NF ................. 2.02 0 Indirect Practice
gross. transportation Expense.
cost.
Copath System NF ................. 3 0 Indirect Practice
with maintenance Expense.
contract.
Copath software.. NF ................. 3 0 Indirect Practice
Expense.
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88302................. Tissue exam by ......... specimen, NF ................. 0.18 0 Indirect Practice
pathologist. solvent, and Expense.
formalin
disposal cost.
courier NF ................. 2.02 0 Indirect Practice
transportation Expense.
cost.
equipment NF ................. 0.61 0 Included in
maintenance cost. equipment cost
per minute
calculation.
Copath System NF ................. 3 0 Indirect Practice
with maintenance Expense.
contract.
Copath software.. NF ................. 3 0 Indirect Practice
Expense.
88304................. Tissue exam by ......... specimen, NF ................. 0.35 0 Indirect Practice
pathologist. solvent, and Expense.
formalin
disposal cost.
courier NF ................. 2.02 0 Indirect Practice
transportation Expense.
cost.
equipment NF ................. 0.61 0 Included in
maintenance cost. equipment cost
per minute
calculation.
Copath System NF ................. 5 0 Indirect Practice
with maintenance Expense.
contract.
Copath software.. NF ................. 5 0 Indirect Practice
Expense.
88305................. Tissue exam by ......... specimen, NF ................. 0.35 0 Indirect Practice
pathologist. solvent, and Expense.
formalin
disposal cost.
courier NF ................. 2.02 0 Indirect Practice
transportation Expense.
cost.
equipment NF ................. 0.61 0 Included in
maintenance cost. equipment cost
per minute
calculation.
Copath System NF ................. 4 0 Indirect Practice
with maintenance Expense.
contract.
Copath software.. NF ................. 4 0 Indirect Practice
Expense.
88307................. Tissue exam by ......... specimen, NF ................. 1.85 0 Indirect Practice
pathologist. solvent, and Expense.
formalin
disposal cost.
courier NF ................. 2.02 0 Indirect Practice
transportation Expense.
cost.
equipment NF ................. 0.61 0 Included in
maintenance cost. equipment cost
per minute
calculation.
Copath System NF ................. 10 0 Indirect Practice
with maintenance Expense.
contract.
Copath software.. NF ................. 10 0 Indirect Practice
Expense.
88309................. Tissue exam by ......... specimen, NF ................. 1.85 0 Indirect Practice
pathologist. solvent, and Expense.
formalin
disposal cost.
courier NF ................. 2.02 0 Indirect Practice
transportation Expense.
cost.
equipment NF ................. 0.61 0 Included in
maintenance cost. equipment cost
per minute
calculation.
Copath System NF ................. 12 0 Indirect Practice
with maintenance Expense.
contract.
Copath software.. NF ................. 12 0 Indirect Practice
Expense.
90791................. Psych diagnostic ......... ................. NF ................. ............... ........... 2012 Fully
evaluation. Implemented PE
RVUs maintained.
90832................. Psytx pt&/family ......... ................. NF ................. ............... ........... 2012 Fully
30 minutes. Implemented PE
RVUs maintained.
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90834................. Psytx pt&/family ......... ................. NF ................. ............... ........... 2012 Fully
45 minutes. Implemented PE
RVUs maintained.
90836................. Psytx pt&/fam w/ ......... ................. NF ................. ............... ........... 2012 Fully
e&m 45 min. Implemented PE
RVUs maintained.
91112................. Gi wireless ......... Activation NF ................. 5 0 CMS clinical
capsule measure. Fixture. review.
Docking Station.. NF ................. 40 0 CMS clinical
review.
MotiliGI software NF ................. 40 0 CMS clinical
review.
EQ352 Data receiver.... NF ................. 7,220 2,880 CMS clinical
review.
SA048 pack, minimum NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
multi-specialty review.
visit.
SmartBar......... NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
92081................. Visual field SA050 pack, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
examination(s). ophthalmology review.
visit (no
dilation).
EL006 lane, screening NF ................. 12 17 Refined equipment
(oph). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ029 Humphrey field NF ................. 12 17 Refined equipment
analyzer. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ165 lens set, trial, NF ................. 12 17 CMS clinical
full diameter, w- review.
frame.
92082................. Visual field SA050 pack, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
examination(s). ophthalmology review.
visit (no
dilation).
EL006 lane, screening NF ................. 22 27 Refined equipment
(oph). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ029 Humphrey field NF ................. 22 27 Refined equipment
analyzer. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ165 lens set, trial, NF ................. 22 27 CMS clinical
full diameter, w- review.
frame.
92083................. Visual field SA050 pack, NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
examination(s). ophthalmology review.
visit (no
dilation).
EL006 lane, screening NF ................. 32 37 Refined equipment
(oph). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ029 Humphrey field NF ................. 32 37 Refined equipment
analyzer. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ165 lens set, trial, NF ................. 32 37 CMS clinical
full diameter, w- review.
frame.
92235................. Eye exam with ED008 camera, retinal NF ................. 60 35 Refined equipment
photos. (TRC 50IX, w- time to reflect
ICG, filters, typical use
motor drives). exclusive to
patient.
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EF030 table, motorized NF ................. 60 35 Refined equipment
(for instruments- time to reflect
equipment). typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EL005 lane, exam (oph). NF ................. 60 35 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L038A COMT/COT/RN/CST.. NF Monitor pt. 5 2 CMS clinical
following review.
service/check
tubes, monitors,
drains.
L039A Certified Retinal NF Assist physician 40 20 CMS clinical
Angio. in performing review.
procedure.
93015................. Cardiovascular EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 58 46 Refined equipment
stress test. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ078 cardiac monitor w- NF ................. 58 46 Refined equipment
treadmill (12- time to reflect
lead PC-based typical use
ECG). exclusive to
patient.
L051A RN............... NF Assist physician 20 14 CMS clinical
in performing review.
procedure.
93017................. Cardiovascular EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 58 46 Refined equipment
stress test. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ078 cardiac monitor w- NF ................. 58 46 Refined equipment
treadmill (12- time to reflect
lead PC-based typical use
ECG). exclusive to
patient.
L051A RN............... NF Assist physician 20 14 CMS clinical
in performing review.
procedure.
L051A RN............... NF Complete 0 4 CMS clinical
diagnostic review.
forms, lab & X-
ray requisitions.
93925................. Lower extremity ED011 computer system, NF ................. 10 0 CMS clinical
study. record and review.
verify.
ED021 computer, NF ................. 95 7 Refined equipment
desktop, w- time to reflect
monitor. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ED025 film processor, NF ................. 10 7 Refined equipment
wet. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ED034 video SVHS VCR NF ................. 95 0 CMS clinical
(medical grade). review.
EL016 room, ultrasound, NF ................. 95 76 Refined equipment
vascular. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER067 x-ray view box, 4 NF ................. 10 7 Refined equipment
panel. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L054A Vascular NF Provide pre- 3 2 CMS clinical
Technologist. service review.
education/obtain
consent.
L054A Vascular NF Prepare room, 3 2 Standardized time
Technologist. equipment, input.
supplies.
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L054A Vascular NF Prepare and 3 2 Standardized time
Technologist. position patient. input.
L054A Vascular NF Other Clinical 10 7 CMS clinical
Technologist. Activity: review.
Collate
preliminary
data, arrange
images, archive.
L054A Vascular NF Other Clinical 1 0 CMS clinical
Technologist. Activity: Record review.
patient history.
L054A Vascular NF Other Clinical 4 0 CMS clinical
Technologist. Activity: QA review.
documentation.
SK086 video tape, VHS.. NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
93926................. Lower extremity ED011 computer system, NF ................. 10 0 CMS clinical
study. record and review.
verify.
ED021 computer, NF ................. 59 4 Refined equipment
desktop, w- time to reflect
monitor. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ED025 film processor, NF ................. 10 4 Refined equipment
wet. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ED034 video SVHS VCR NF ................. 59 0 CMS clinical
(medical grade). review.
EL016 room, ultrasound, NF ................. 59 42 Refined equipment
vascular. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER067 x-ray view box, 4 NF ................. 10 4 Refined equipment
panel. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L054A Vascular NF Provide pre- 3 2 CMS clinical
Technologist. service review.
education/obtain
consent.
L054A Vascular NF Prepare room, 3 2 Standardized time
Technologist. equipment, input.
supplies.
L054A Vascular NF Prepare and 3 2 Standardized time
Technologist. position patient. input.
L054A Vascular NF Other Clinical 8 4 CMS clinical
Technologist. Activity: review.
Collate
preliminary
data, arrange
images, archive.
L054A Vascular NF Other Clinical 1 0 CMS clinical
Technologist. Activity: Record review.
patient history.
L054A Vascular NF Other Clinical 4 0 CMS clinical
Technologist. Activity: QA review.
documentation.
SK086 video tape, VHS.. NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
93970................. Extremity study.. ED011 computer system, NF ................. 10 0 CMS clinical
record and review.
verify.
ED021 computer, NF ................. 71 7 Refined equipment
desktop, w- time to reflect
monitor. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ED025 film processor, NF ................. 10 7 Refined equipment
wet. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ED034 video SVHS VCR NF ................. 71 0 CMS clinical
(medical grade). review.
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EL016 room, ultrasound, NF ................. 71 52 Refined equipment
vascular. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ER067 x-ray view box, 4 NF ................. 10 7 Refined equipment
panel. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L054A Vascular NF Provide pre- 3 2 CMS clinical
Technologist. service review.
education/obtain
consent.
L054A Vascular NF Prepare room, 3 2 Standardized time
Technologist. equipment, input.
supplies.
L054A Vascular NF Prepare and 3 2 Standardized time
Technologist. position patient. input.
L054A Vascular NF Other Clinical 10 7 CMS clinical
Technologist. Activity: review.
Collate
preliminary
data, arrange
images, archive.
L054A Vascular NF Other Clinical 1 0 CMS clinical
Technologist. Activity: Record review.
patient history.
L054A Vascular NF Other Clinical 4 0 CMS clinical
Technologist. Activity: QA review.
documentation.
SK086 video tape, VHS.. NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
93971................. Extremity study.. ED011 computer system, NF ................. 10 0 CMS clinical
record and review.
verify.
ED021 computer, NF ................. 45 4 Refined equipment
desktop, w- time to reflect
monitor. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ED025 film processor, NF ................. 10 4 Refined equipment
wet. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
ED034 video SVHS VCR NF ................. 45 0 CMS clinical
(medical grade). review.
EL016 room, ultrasound, NF ................. 45 30 CMS clinical
vascular. review.
ER067 x-ray view box, 4 NF ................. 10 4 Refined equipment
panel. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L054A Vascular NF Provide pre- 3 2 CMS clinical
Technologist. service review.
education/obtain
consent.
L054A Vascular NF Prepare room, 3 2 Standardized time
Technologist. equipment, input.
supplies.
L054A Vascular NF Prepare and 3 2 Standardized time
Technologist. position patient. input.
L054A Vascular NF Other Clinical 6 4 CMS clinical
Technologist. Activity: review.
Collate
preliminary
data, arrange
images, archive.
L054A Vascular NF Other Clinical 1 0 CMS clinical
Technologist. Activity: Record review.
patient history.
L054A Vascular NF Other Clinical 4 0 CMS clinical
Technologist. Activity: QA review.
documentation.
SB006 drape, non- NF ................. 2 1 CMS clinical
sterile, sheet review.
40in x 60in.
SK086 video tape, VHS.. NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
review.
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95076................. Ingest challenge EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 141 133 Refined equipment
ini 120 min. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ168 light, exam...... NF ................. 141 133 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Prepare testing 15 7 CMS clinical
doses. review.
95115................. Immunotherapy one EF040 refrigerator, NF ................. 15 0 CMS clinical
injection. vaccine, review.
commercial
grade, w-alarm
lock.
95117................. Immunotherapy EF041 x-ray machine, NF ................. 17 0 CMS clinical
injections. portable. review.
95782................. Polysom <6 yrs 4/ EF003 bedroom furniture NF ................. 660 602 Refined equipment
> paramtrs. (hospital bed, time to reflect
table, reclining typical use
chair). exclusive to
patient.
Crib............. NF ................. 660 0 CMS clinical
review.
EQ134 impedance meter, NF ................. 660 602 Refined equipment
32-channel. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ272 sleep diagnostic NF ................. 660 662 Refined equipment
system, attended time to reflect
(w-acquisition typical use
station, review exclusive to
master, patient.
computer).
Capnograph....... NF ................. 660 0 Duplicative.
ER088 Infrared NF ................. 660 602 Refined equipment
illuminator. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L047B REEGT............ NF Provide pre- 5 3 CMS clinical
service review.
education/obtain
consent.
L047B REEGT............ NF Other Clinical 6 5 CMS clinical
Activity--specif review.
y: Set up and
calibrate all
monitoring and
recording
equipment
(initial),
including
capnograph (for
child).
L047B REEGT............ NF Other Clinical 30 20 CMS clinical
Activity--specif review.
y: Measure and
mark head and
face. Apply and
secure
electrodes to
head and face.
Check
impedances.
Reapply
electrodes as
needed. (1.5 min
per electrode
for child, 1 min
per electrode
for adult).
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L047B REEGT............ NF Other Clinical 0 15 CMS clinical
Activity--specif review.
y: Apply
recording
devices for
cardio-
respiratory, leg
movements, body
positioning and
snoring.
L047B REEGT............ NF Other Clinical 20 0 CMS clinical
Activity--specif review.
y: Apply
recording
devices for
cardio-
respiratory, leg
movements, body
positioning,
snoring and
capnography.
L047B REEGT............ NF Other Clinical 100 97 CMS clinical
Activity--specif review.
y: Daytime tech
reviews and
edits recording,
marks artifacts,
scores sleep
stages, performs
evaluation of
physiological
changes.
95783................. Polysom <6 yrs EF003 bedroom furniture NF ................. 660 647 Refined equipment
cpap/bilvl. (hospital bed, time to reflect
table, reclining typical use
chair). exclusive to
patient.
Crib............. NF ................. 660 0 CMS clinical
review.
EQ134 impedance meter, NF ................. 660 647 Refined equipment
32-channel. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ272 sleep diagnostic NF ................. 660 707 Refined equipment
system, attended time to reflect
(w-acquisition typical use
station, review exclusive to
master, patient.
computer).
Capnograph....... NF ................. 660 0 Duplicative.
ER088 Infrared NF ................. 660 647 Refined equipment
illuminator. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L047B REEGT............ NF Provide pre- 5 3 CMS clinical
service review.
education/obtain
consent.
L047B REEGT............ NF Other Clinical 6 5 CMS clinical
Activity--specif review.
y: Set up and
calibrate all
monitoring and
recording
equipment
(initial),
including
capnograph (for
child).
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L047B REEGT............ NF Other Clinical 30 20 CMS clinical
Activity--specif review.
y: Measure and
mark head and
face. Apply and
secure
electrodes to
head and face.
Check
impedances.
Reapply
electrodes as
needed. (1.5 min
per electrode
for child, 1 min
per electrode
for adult).
L047B REEGT............ NF Other Clinical 0 15 CMS clinical
Activity--specif review.
y: Apply
recording
devices for
cardio-
respiratory, leg
movements, body
positioning and
snoring.
L047B REEGT............ NF Other Clinical 20 0 CMS clinical
Activity--specif review.
y: Apply
recording
devices for
cardio-
respiratory, leg
movements, body
positioning,
snoring and
capnography.
L047B REEGT............ NF Other Clinical 100 97 CMS clinical
Activity--specif review.
y: Daytime tech
reviews and
edits recording,
marks artifacts,
scores sleep
stages, performs
evaluation of
physiological
changes.
95861................. Muscle test 2 EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 44 41 Refined equipment
limbs. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ024 EMG-NCV-EP NF ................. 44 41 Refined equipment
system, 8 time to reflect
channel. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037A Electrodiagnostic NF Assist physician 19 29 Conforming to
Technologist. in performing physician time.
procedure.
95863................. Muscle test 3 EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 58 52 Refined equipment
limbs. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ024 EMG-NCV-EP NF ................. 58 52 Refined equipment
system, 8 time to reflect
channel. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
95864................. Muscle test 4 EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 71 62 Refined equipment
limbs. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
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EQ024 EMG-NCV-EP NF ................. 71 62 Refined equipment
system, 8 time to reflect
channel. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
95868................. Muscle test cran EF023 table, exam...... NF ................. 35 32 Refined equipment
nerve bilat. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ024 EMG-NCV-EP NF ................. 35 32 Refined equipment
system, 8 time to reflect
channel. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
95907................. Motor&/sens 1-2 SG051 gauze, non- NF ................. 0 4 CMS clinical
nrv cndj tst. sterile 4in x review.
4in.
SG055 gauze, sterile NF ................. 4 0 CMS clinical
4in x 4in. review.
SG079 tape, surgical NF ................. 12 0 CMS clinical
paper 1in review.
(Micropore).
SJ022 electrode skin NF ................. 100 0 CMS clinical
prep gel review.
(NuPrep).
95908................. Motor&/sens 3-4 SG051 gauze, non- NF ................. 0 8 CMS clinical
nrv cndj tst. sterile 4in x review.
4in.
SG055 gauze, sterile NF ................. 8 0 CMS clinical
4in x 4in. review.
SG079 tape, surgical NF ................. 24 0 CMS clinical
paper 1in review.
(Micropore).
SJ022 electrode skin NF ................. 100 0 CMS clinical
prep gel review.
(NuPrep).
95909................. Motor&/sens 5-6 SG051 gauze, non- NF ................. 0 12 CMS clinical
nrv cndj tst. sterile 4in x review.
4in.
SG055 gauze, sterile NF ................. 12 0 CMS clinical
4in x 4in. review.
SG079 tape, surgical NF ................. 36 0 CMS clinical
paper 1in review.
(Micropore).
SJ022 electrode skin NF ................. 100 0 CMS clinical
prep gel review.
(NuPrep).
95910................. Motor&sens 7-8 L037A Electrodiagnostic NF ................. 50 40 Conforming to
nrv cndj test. Technologist. physician time.
SG051 gauze, non- NF ................. 0 16 CMS clinical
sterile 4in x review.
4in.
SG055 gauze, sterile NF ................. 16 0 CMS clinical
4in x 4in. review.
SG079 tape, surgical NF ................. 48 0 CMS clinical
paper 1in review.
(Micropore).
SJ022 electrode skin NF ................. 100 0 CMS clinical
prep gel review.
(NuPrep).
95911................. Motor&sen 9-10 L037A Electrodiagnostic NF ................. 64 50 Conforming to
nrv cndj test. Technologist. physician time.
SG051 gauze, non- NF ................. 0 20 CMS clinical
sterile 4in x review.
4in.
SG055 gauze, sterile NF ................. 20 0 CMS clinical
4in x 4in. review.
SG079 tape, surgical NF ................. 60 0 CMS clinical
paper 1in review.
(Micropore).
SJ022 electrode skin NF ................. 100 0 CMS clinical
prep gel review.
(NuPrep).
95912................. Motor&sen 11-12 L037A Electrodiagnostic NF ................. 77 60 Conforming to
nrv cnd test. Technologist. physician time.
SG051 gauze, non- NF ................. 0 24 CMS clinical
sterile 4in x review.
4in.
SG055 gauze, sterile NF ................. 24 0 CMS clinical
4in x 4in. review.
SG079 tape, surgical NF ................. 72 0 CMS clinical
paper 1in review.
(Micropore).
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SJ022 electrode skin NF ................. 100 0 CMS clinical
prep gel review.
(NuPrep).
95913................. Motor&sens 13/> L037A Electrodiagnostic NF ................. 87 70 Conforming to
nrv cnd test. Technologist. physician time.
SG051 gauze, non- NF ................. 0 26 CMS clinical
sterile 4in x review.
4in.
SG055 gauze, sterile NF ................. 26 0 CMS clinical
4in x 4in. review.
SG079 tape, surgical NF ................. 78 0 CMS clinical
paper 1in review.
(Micropore).
SJ022 electrode skin NF ................. 100 0 CMS clinical
prep gel review.
(NuPrep).
95921................. Autonomic nrv EF032 table, tilt (w- NF ................. 64 55 Refined equipment
parasym inervj. trendelenberg). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ051 arterial NF ................. 64 55 Refined equipment
tonometry time to reflect
acquisition typical use
system (WR exclusive to
Testworks). patient.
EQ052 arterial NF ................. 64 55 Refined equipment
tonometry time to reflect
monitor (Colin typical use
Pilot). exclusive to
patient.
L037A Electrodiagnostic NF Greet patient, 3 0 CMS clinical
Technologist. provide gowning, review.
assure
appropriate
medical records
are available.
L037A Electrodiagnostic NF Obtain vital 3 0 CMS clinical
Technologist. signs. review.
L037A Electrodiagnostic NF Monitor pt. 5 2 CMS clinical
Technologist. following review.
service/check
tubes, monitors,
drains.
95922................. Autonomic nrv EF032 table, tilt (w- NF ................. 79 70 Refined equipment
adrenrg inervj. trendelenberg). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ051 arterial NF ................. 79 70 Refined equipment
tonometry time to reflect
acquisition typical use
system (WR exclusive to
Testworks). patient.
EQ052 arterial NF ................. 79 70 Refined equipment
tonometry time to reflect
monitor (Colin typical use
Pilot). exclusive to
patient.
L037A Electrodiagnostic NF Greet patient, 3 0 CMS clinical
Technologist. provide gowning, review.
assure
appropriate
medical records
are available.
L037A Electrodiagnostic NF Obtain vital 3 0 CMS clinical
Technologist. signs. review.
L037A Electrodiagnostic NF Monitor pt. 5 2 CMS clinical
Technologist. following review.
service/check
tubes, monitors,
drains.
95923................. Autonomic nrv EQ035 QSART acquisition NF ................. 74 61 Refined equipment
syst funj test. system (Q-Sweat). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
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EQ124 stimulator, NF ................. 74 61 Refined equipment
constant time to reflect
current, w- typical use
stimulating and exclusive to
grounding patient.
electrodes
(Grass
Telefactor).
EQ171 light, infra-red, NF ................. 74 61 Refined equipment
ceiling mount. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
L037A Electrodiagnostic NF Assist physician 55 45 CMS clinical
Technologist. in performing review.
procedure.
L037A Electrodiagnostic NF Monitor pt. 5 2 CMS clinical
Technologist. following review.
service/check
tubes, monitors,
drains.
SJ020 electrode NF ................. 5 0 CMS clinical
conductive gel. review.
95924................. Ans parasymp & EF032 table, tilt (w- NF ................. 79 76 Refined equipment
symp w/tilt. trendelenberg). time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ051 arterial NF ................. 79 76 Refined equipment
tonometry time to reflect
acquisition typical use
system (WR exclusive to
Testworks). patient.
EQ052 arterial NF ................. 79 76 Refined equipment
tonometry time to reflect
monitor (Colin typical use
Pilot). exclusive to
patient.
L037A Electrodiagnostic NF Monitor pt. 5 2 CMS clinical
Technologist. following review.
service/check
tubes, monitors,
drains.
96920................. Laser tx skin < EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 20 26 Refined equipment
250 sq cm. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ161 laser, excimer... NF ................. 20 26 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ168 light, exam...... NF ................. 17 26 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
Annual Laser NF ................. 1 0 Included in
Service Package. equipment cost
per minute
calculation.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Monitor pt. 3 1 CMS clinical
following review.
service/check
tubes, monitors,
drains.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean room/ 3 2 CMS clinical
equipment by review.
physician staff.
SF028 laser tip (single NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
use). review.
SJ029 ice pack, instant NF ................. 4 1 CMS Code
correction.
96921................. Laser tx skin 250- EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 23 29 Refined equipment
500 sq cm. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
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EQ161 laser, excimer... NF ................. 23 29 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ168 light, exam...... NF ................. 23 29 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
Annual Laser NF ................. 1 0 Included in
Service Package. equipment cost
per minute
calculation.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Monitor pt. 3 1 CMS clinical
following review.
service/check
tubes, monitors,
drains.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean room/ 3 2 CMS clinical
equipment by review.
physician staff.
SF028 laser tip (single NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
use). review.
SJ029 ice pack, instant NF ................. 4 2 CMS Code
correction.
96922................. Laser tx skin EF031 table, power..... NF ................. 33 39 Refined equipment
>500 sq cm. time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ161 laser, excimer... NF ................. 33 39 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ168 light, exam...... NF ................. 30 39 Refined equipment
time to reflect
typical use
exclusive to
patient.
Annual Laser NF ................. 1 0 Included in
Service Package. equipment cost
per minute
calculation.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Monitor pt. 3 1 CMS clinical
following review.
service/check
tubes, monitors,
drains.
L037D RN/LPN/MTA....... NF Clean room/ 3 2 CMS clinical
equipment by review.
physician staff.
SF028 laser tip (single NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
use). review.
97150................. Group therapeutic EQ248 ultrasonic NF ................. 10 5 Refined equipment
procedures. biometry, time to reflect
pachymeter. typical use
exclusive to
patient.
EQ269 blood pressure NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
monitor, review.
ambulatory, w-
battery charger.
SA007 kit, cooking NF ................. 1 0 CMS clinical
activity review.
ingredients (mac-
cheese).
99495................. Trans care mgmt L042A RN/LPN........... F Communication 0 45 CMS clinical
14 day disch. (with patient, review.
family members,
guardian or
caretaker,
surrogate
decision makers,
and/or other
professionals)
regarding
aspects of care,
etc..
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99496................. Trans care mgmt 7 L042A RN/LPN........... NF Communication 60 70 CMS clinical
day disch. (with patient, review.
family members,
guardian or
caretaker,
surrogate
decision makers,
and/or other
professionals)
regarding
aspects of care,
etc..
L042A RN/LPN........... F Communication 0 70 CMS clinical
(with patient, review.
family members,
guardian or
caretaker,
surrogate
decision makers,
and/or other
professionals)
regarding
aspects of care,
etc..
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17. On page 69138,
a. Top two thirds of the page, first column, first full paragraph,
line 1, the phrase ``The CY 2013 PFS CF is $25.0008'' is corrected to
read ``The CY 2013 PFS CF is $25.0070.''
b. Third column, first full paragraph, line 19, the phrase CF to be
$25.0008'' is corrected to read ``CF to be $25.0070.''
c. Lower half of the page, in Table 87: Calculation of the CY 2013
PFS CF, the list entry
------------------------------------------------------------------------
------------------------------------------------------------------------
CY 2013 Conversion Factor.............. .............. $25.0008
------------------------------------------------------------------------
is corrected to read as follows:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
------------------------------------------------------------------------
CY 2013 Conversion Factor.............. .............. $25.0070
------------------------------------------------------------------------
18. On page 69139, top quarter of the page, in Table 88:
Calculation of the CY 2013 Anesthesia CF, the list entry
------------------------------------------------------------------------
------------------------------------------------------------------------
CY 2013 Anesthesia Factor.............. .............. $15.93
------------------------------------------------------------------------
is corrected to read as follows:
------------------------------------------------------------------------
------------------------------------------------------------------------
CY 2013 Anesthesia Factor.............. .............. $16.1236
------------------------------------------------------------------------
19. On page 69145, second column, first partial paragraph, lines 20
and 21, the phrase that reads ``pharmacy for use upon a physician's
order'' is corrected to read ``pharmacy for use upon a valid
prescription.''
20. On page 69212, second column, first full paragraph, lines 5-8,
the phrase ``Measure 190: Referral for Otologic Evaluation for Patients
with Acute or Chronic Dizziness'' is corrected to read ``Measure 190:
Referral for Otologic Evaluation for Patients with a History of Sudden
or Rapidly Progressive Hearing Loss.''
21. On page 69237, in Table 95: Individual Quality Measures for the
Physician Quality Reporting System Proposed to be Available for
Reporting via Claims, Registry, EHR, or GRPO Web Interface Beginning in
2013 or 2014*, Measures 189 and 190 are deleted.
22. On page 69267, after Table 95: Individual Quality Measures for
the Physician Quality Reporting System Proposed to be Available for
Reporting via Claims, Registry, EHR, or GRPO Web Interface Beginning in
2013 or 2014*, the following note is added:
*Measures that can be reported using the GPRO web interface.
[dagger]These measures can only be reported by participants using
the GPRO. They are not available for reporting for individual Eligible
Professionals using this reporting method.
[yen] Titles and descriptions in this table are aligned with 2013
Physician Quality Reporting System Claims and Qualified Registry
measure titles and descriptions, and may differ from existing measures
in other programs. Please reference the National Quality Forum (NQF)
and
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Physician Quality Reporting System numbers for clarification.
[diam]Measures to be deleted in 2014.
[Dagger]Measures to be added in 2013.
[cir]Measures to be added in 2014.
23. On page 69269, in Table 96: PQRS Quality Measures Available for
Reporting for Group Practices Using the GPRO Web Interface for 2013 and
Beyond, in the Measure and Title description for NQF/PQRS 0097/46 the
phrase that reads ``seen within 60 days following discharge'' is
corrected to read ``seen within 30 days following discharge.''
24. On page 69277, in Table 108: HIV/AIDS Measures Group, the
following measures: HIV/AIDS Measures Group: PQRS Measure 206
(``HIV/AIDS: Screening for High Risk Sexual Behaviors'') and
207 (``HIV/AIDS: Screening for Injection Drug Use'') are
deleted.
25. On page 69300,
a. Third column, line 22-23, the phrase ``a deadline of February
28, 2013 to request an informal review'' is corrected to read ``a
deadline of 90 days following the receipt of the feedback reports to
request an informal review.''
b. Lines 27-28, the phrase ``a deadline of February 28, 2014 to
request an informal review'' is corrected to read ``a deadline of 90
days following the receipt of the feedback reports to request an
informal review.''
26. On pages 69344 through 69345, we are correcting Table 134: CY
2013 PFS Final Rule with Comment Period Estimated Impact on Total
Allowed Charges by Specialty* and the first footnote (*) that reads:
*Table 83 shows only the final payment policy impact on PFS services.
We note that these impacts do not include the effects of the negative
January 2013 conversion factor change under current law.'' to read as
follows:
Table 134--CY 2013 Final Rule With Comment Period Estimated Impact on Total Allowed Charges by Specialty *
[Estimated impact for RVU changes *]
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Impact of work
Specialty Allowed and MP RVU Impact of PE Combined
charges (mil) changes % RVU changes % impact %
(A) (B) (C) (D) (E)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TOTAL........................................... $86,384 0 0 0
01-ALLERGY/IMMUNOLOGY........................... 200 0 2 2
02-ANESTHESIOLOGY............................... 1,817 0 2 2
03-CARDIAC SURGERY.............................. 369 0 -1 -1
04-CARDIOLOGY................................... 6,733 -1 -2 -2
05-COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY..................... 153 0 2 2
06-CRITICAL CARE................................ 263 0 1 1
07-DERMATOLOGY.................................. 3,024 0 0 0
08-EMERGENCY MEDICINE........................... 2,839 0 0 0
09-ENDOCRINOLOGY................................ 437 0 1 1
10-FAMILY PRACTICE.............................. 5,943 2 5 7
11-GASTROENTEROLOGY............................. 1,896 0 0 0
12-GENERAL PRACTICE............................. 587 0 1 1
13-GENERAL SURGERY.............................. 2,283 0 1 1
14-GERIATRICS................................... 220 1 3 5
15-HAND SURGERY................................. 135 0 1 1
16-HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY.......................... 1,909 0 2 2
17-INFECTIOUS DISEASE........................... 629 0 1 1
18-INTERNAL MEDICINE............................ 11,163 1 3 5
19-INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MGMT..................... 538 0 1 1
20-INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY..................... 204 0 -2 -3
21-MULTISPECIALTY CLINIC/OTHER PHY.............. 81 0 0 0
22-NEPHROLOGY................................... 2,080 0 0 0
23-NEUROLOGY.................................... 1,604 -2 -5 -7
24-NEUROSURGERY................................. 687 0 0 0
25-NUCLEAR MEDICINE............................. 49 0 -2 -3
27-OBSTETRICS/GYNECOLOGY........................ 704 0 0 0
28-OPHTHALMOLOGY................................ 5,645 -3 0 -3
29-ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY........................... 3,643 0 0 0
30-OTOLARNGOLOGY................................ 1,076 0 2 2
31-PATHOLOGY.................................... 1,210 0 -6 -6
32-PEDIATRICS................................... 65 1 3 3
33-PHYSICAL MEDICINE............................ 999 -1 -3 -4
34-PLASTIC SURGERY.............................. 356 0 1 1
35-PSYCHIATRY................................... 1,170 -1 3 2
36-PULMONARY DISEASE............................ 1,703 0 1 1
37-RADIATION ONCOLOGY........................... 1,988 0 -7 -7
38-RADIOLOGY.................................... 4,818 0 -3 -3
39-RHEUMATOLOGY................................. 548 0 0 0
40-THORACIC SURGERY............................. 343 0 -1 -1
41-UROLOGY...................................... 1,918 0 -1 -2
42-VASCULAR SURGERY............................. 888 0 -2 -2
43-AUDIOLOGIST.................................. 57 0 -4 -4
44-CHIROPRACTOR................................. 746 0 1 1
45-CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST........................ 575 1 -3 -2
46-CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER....................... 406 1 -3 -2
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47-DIAGNOSTIC TESTING FACILITY.................. 888 0 -7 -7
48-INDEPENDENT LABORATORY....................... 1,073 0 -14 -14
49-NURSE ANES/ANES ASST......................... 1,008 0 2 2
50-NURSE PRACTITIONER........................... 1,623 1 3 4
51-OPTOMETRY.................................... 1,061 -1 1 1
52-ORAL/MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY................... 45 0 1 1
53-PHYSICAL/OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY................ 2,636 0 4 4
54-PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT.......................... 1,229 1 2 3
55-PODIATRY..................................... 1,925 0 2 2
56-PORTABLE X-RAY SUPPLIER...................... 106 0 5 5
57-RADIATION THERAPY CENTERS.................... 72 0 -9 -9
98-OTHER........................................ 19 0 1 1
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
* Table 134 shows only the final payment policy impact on PFS services. We note that these impacts do not
include the effects of the negative January 2013 conversion factor change under current law.
27. On pages 69347 through 69348, we are correcting Table 135: CY
2013 PFS Final Rule with Comment Period Estimated Impact on Total
Allowed Charges by Specialty by Selected Policy* and the text in the
first footnote (*) for Table 135 that reads ``*Table 135 shows only the
proposed payment policy impact on PFS services. We note that these
impacts do not include the effects of the negative January 2013
conversion factor change under current law.'' to read as follows:
Table 135--CY 2013 PFS Final Rule With Comment Period Estimated Impact on Total Allowed Charges by Specialty by Selected Policy* Estimated Impact for
RVU Changes*
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
New, revised,
potentially
misvalued Updated Input changes
Allowed Impact of end codes, MPPR, equipment Transitional for certain Total
Specialty charges (mil) of PPIS new interest rate care radiation (cumulative
transition % utilization assumption % management % therapy impact) %
and other procedures %
factors %
(A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) (G) (H)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TOTAL................................... 86,384 0 0 0 0 0 0
01-ALLERGY/IMMUNOLOGY................... 200 0 0 2 0 0 2
02-ANESTHESIOLOGY....................... 1,817 1 1 0 0 0 2
03-CARDIAC SURGERY...................... 369 -1 0 0 0 0 -1
04-CARDIOLOGY........................... 6,733 -2 0 0 -1 0 -2
05-COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY............. 153 1 0 0 0 0 2
06-CRITICAL CARE........................ 263 0 0 0 0 0 1
07-DERMATOLOGY.......................... 3,024 0 0 1 -1 0 0
08-EMERGENCY MEDICINE................... 2,839 0 0 0 0 0 0
09-ENDOCRINOLOGY........................ 437 1 1 0 -1 0 1
10-FAMILY PRACTICE...................... 5,943 1 1 0 4 0 7
11-GASTROENTEROLOGY..................... 1,896 0 0 0 0 0 0
12-GENERAL PRACTICE..................... 587 1 0 0 -1 0 1
13-GENERAL SURGERY...................... 2,283 1 0 0 0 0 1
14-GERIATRICS........................... 220 1 1 0 2 0 5
15-HAND SURGERY......................... 135 1 0 0 -1 0 1
16-HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY.................. 1,909 -1 3 1 -1 0 2
17-INFECTIOUS DISEASE................... 629 1 1 0 0 0 1
18-INTERNAL MEDICINE.................... 11,163 1 1 0 3 0 5
19-INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MGMT............. 538 1 0 0 -1 0 1
20-INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY............. 204 -2 0 0 0 0 -3
21-MULTISPECIALTY CLINIC/OTHER PHY...... 81 0 0 0 0 0 0
22-NEPHROLOGY........................... 2,080 0 0 0 0 0 0
23-NEUROLOGY............................ 1,604 1 -8 0 0 0 -7
24-NEUROSURGERY......................... 687 0 0 0 0 0 0
25-NUCLEAR MEDICINE..................... 49 -2 0 -1 0 0 -3
27-OBSTETRICS/GYNECOLOGY................ 704 0 0 0 -1 0 0
28-OPHTHALMOLOGY........................ 5,645 2 -4 0 0 0 -3
29-ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY................... 3,643 1 0 0 0 0 0
30-OTOLARNGOLOGY........................ 1,076 1 1 1 -1 0 2
31-PATHOLOGY............................ 1,210 -1 -5 0 0 0 -6
32-PEDIATRICS........................... 65 1 0 0 3 0 3
33-PHYSICAL MEDICINE.................... 999 1 -5 0 -1 0 -4
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34-PLASTIC SURGERY...................... $356 1 0 0 0 0 1
35-PSYCHIATRY........................... 1,170 0 2 0 -1 0 2
36-PULMONARY DISEASE.................... 1,703 0 1 0 -1 0 1
37-RADIATION ONCOLOGY................... 1,988 -4 2 -3 -1 -1 -7
38-RADIOLOGY............................ 4,818 -2 0 -1 0 0 -3
39-RHEUMATOLOGY......................... 548 0 1 0 -1 0 0
40-THORACIC SURGERY..................... 343 -1 0 0 0 0 -1
41-UROLOGY.............................. 1,918 -2 0 0 -1 0 -2
42-VASCULAR SURGERY..................... 888 -1 -1 0 0 0 -2
43-AUDIOLOGIST.......................... 57 -3 0 0 0 0 -4
44-CHIROPRACTOR......................... 746 1 0 0 0 0 1
45-CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST................ 575 -2 1 0 0 0 -2
46-CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER............... 406 -2 0 0 0 0 -2
47-DIAGNOSTIC TESTING FACILITY.......... 888 -5 0 -2 -1 0 -7
48-INDEPENDENT LABORATORY............... 1,073 -2 -12 1 -1 0 -14
49-NURSE ANES/ANES ASST................. 1,008 2 0 0 0 0 2
50-NURSE PRACTITIONER................... 1,623 1 1 0 2 0 4
51-OPTOMETRY............................ 1,061 2 -1 0 0 0 1
52-ORAL/MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY........... 45 1 0 1 -1 0 1
53-PHYSICAL/OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY........ 2,636 2 2 0 0 0 4
54-PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT.................. 1,229 1 0 0 2 0 3
55-PODIATRY............................. 1,925 2 0 1 -1 0 2
56-PORTABLE X-RAY SUPPLIER.............. 106 1 4 1 -1 0 5
57-RADIATION THERAPY CENTERS............ 72 -5 4 -5 -1 -1 -9
98-OTHER................................ 19 1 0 0 0 0 1
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``*Table 135 shows only the final payment policy impact on PFS services. We note that these impacts do not include the effects of the negative January
2013 conversion factor change under current law.''
28. On pages 69350 through 69351, we are correcting Table 136
Impact of Final Rule with Comment Period on CY 2013 Payment for
Selected Procedures* to read as follows:
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29. On page 69351,
a. Footnote 3 ``Payments based on the 2012 conversion factor of
34.0376, adjusted to 34.0066 to include the budget neutrality
adjustment'' is corrected to read ``Payments based on the 2012
conversion factor of 34.0376, adjusted to 34.0230 to include the budget
neutrality adjustment.''
b. Footnote 4 for Table 136 ``Payments based on the 2013 conversion
factor of 25.0008, which includes the budget neutrality adjustment'' is
corrected to read ``Payments based on the 2013 conversion factor of
25.0070, which includes the budget neutrality adjustment.''
(Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Program No. 93.773,
Medicare--Hospital Insurance; and Program No. 93.774, Medicare--
Supplementary Medical Insurance Program)
Dated: August 2, 2013.
Jennifer M. Cannistra,
Executive Secretary to the Department, Department of Health and Human
Services.
[FR Doc. 2013-19378 Filed 8-9-13; 8:45 am]
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