[optimal] Re: Procedure Code for FAF
- From: ops@xxxxxxxxxx
- To: optimal@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Fri, 4 Nov 2011 07:34:52 -0500
Thanks, Denice. I will pass this information along.
Barbara McCalley
> Thus far, FAF does not have it's own CPT code. IT is considered "color
> imaging" and thus, not a separate reimbursable procedure. You can do
> both, and only bill for one.
>
> Denice
>
> Denice Barsness, CRA, COMT, ROUB, CDOS, FOPS
> Ophthalmic Diagnostic Center
> CPMC Department of Ophthalmology
> 2100 Webster Street Suite 212
> San Francisco CA 94115
> (415) 600-3937 FAX (415) 600-6563
>
>
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> On Behalf Of ops@xxxxxxxxxx
> Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2011 1:17 PM
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> Subject: [optimal] Procedure Code for FAF
>
> I am submitting this inquiry from someone who sent an inquiry through the
> OPS web site. I figured the best way to give a response was to ask the
> experts!
>
> Here's the question:
> There is a diagnostic photography test called FUNDUS AUTOFLUORESCENCE
> (FAF). It is very similar to an FFA but uses a different filter that we
> would have to purchase and have installed. We are trying to find out if
> this photography is reimbursed and if so for what diagnosis codes and how
> much per eye (since I assume it is unilateral like an FFA). We have
> asked around our local locations and are unable to find out. We also have
> looked in the Code books and haven't found anything guessing becasue its a
> newer procedure. I am not sure if you will be able to provide us with any
> information either but I wanted to ask.
>
> All responses will be helpful!
>
> Thanks,
> Barbara McCalley
> OPS Executive Director
> ops@xxxxxxxxxx
>
>
>
>
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