Retrograde Semen Analysis
Our physicians do the retrograde semen analysis. What CPT code would you suggest we use?
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Physician Review during billing of Semen Analysis
When billing for a semen analysis, is the physician required View the Answer
Semen analysis and thaw code
Can we use the semen analysis presence and motility (89300) code along with a reproductive tissue thaw code (89354) View the Answer
A Few Good Sperm: The Critical Role of the Male Reproductive Urologist
REI consults involve thorough female evaluations with recommended male infertility assessment, including semen analysis per ASRM guidelines and urology referrals. View the ASRMed Talk Video
Retrograde Semen Analysis
What CPT code would you suggest for retrograde semen analysis? View the Answer
Semen Analysis and Interpretation
My IVF lab does a full semen analysis with strict morphology. View the Answer
Semen Analysis Code Types
Can you explain the differences between the semen analysis codes? View the Answer
Semen Analysis CPT and CLIA Certification
Listed below are the two coding corner responses that seem to provide conflicting information regarding CPT code 58323. View the Answer
Semen Analysis For Assessment of Fertility
What is the appropriate diagnostic code to use for a semen analysis for the assessment of infertility? View the Answer
Semen Analysis of Pellet
What is the CPT code for a semen pellet analysis? View the Answer
Semen Leukocyte Assay
What CPT code is applicable for a Semen Leukocyte Analysis or a Reflex Leukocyte Assay?View the Answer
Semen Morphology Without Analysis
What is the appropriate code for Strict Criteria Morphology alone (without semen analysis)? View the Answer
Sperm Prep in Office vs. Lab
What are the codes for sperm washing when performed in the office vs in a CLIA certified lab? View the Answer
Sperm Preparation IUI and IVF
What semen analysis codes apply to sperm preparation for IUI or IVF? View the Answer
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A general overview for good management practices within the endocrinology, andrology, and embryology laboratories in the United States. View the RecommendationTopic Resources
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TESE test thaws
We perform test thaws to determine if frozen TESE specimens from other clinics are suitable for our procedures. View the Answer
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Is CPT code 89260 is correct to use for our sperm wash/IUI procedure? View the Answer
A Few Good Sperm: The Critical Role of the Male Reproductive Urologist
REI consults involve thorough female evaluations with recommended male infertility assessment, including semen analysis per ASRM guidelines and urology referrals. View the ASRMed Talk Video
Prewashed Sperm
I have a question regarding prewashed sperm and billing for this service. View the Answer
Retrograde Semen Analysis
What CPT code would you suggest for retrograde semen analysis? View the Answer
Semen Analysis and Interpretation
My IVF lab does a full semen analysis with strict morphology. View the Answer
Semen Analysis Code Types
Can you explain the differences between the semen analysis codes? View the Answer
Semen Analysis CPT and CLIA Certification
Listed below are the two coding corner responses that seem to provide conflicting information regarding CPT code 58323. View the Answer
Semen Analysis For Assessment of Fertility
What is the appropriate diagnostic code to use for a semen analysis for the assessment of infertility? View the Answer
Semen Analysis of Pellet
What is the CPT code for a semen pellet analysis? View the Answer
Semen Freezing
We have a couple who are doing an IUI cycle. View the Answer
Semen Leukocyte Assay
What CPT code is applicable for a Semen Leukocyte Analysis or a Reflex Leukocyte Assay?View the Answer
Semen Morphology Without Analysis
What is the appropriate code for Strict Criteria Morphology alone (without semen analysis)? View the Answer
Sperm DNA Fragmentation
Is there a CPT code for HALO DNA Fragmentation for sperm? View the Answer
Sperm Prep No Male Patient
Is it appropriate to bill sperm washing/prep for IUI to the female or should it be billed to the male? View the Answer
Sperm Prep With Handling Fee
Could we charge for the thaw of sperm, then a handling fee (99000) to represent the fact that the sperm was prewashed? View the Answer
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Is there a separate CPT code for sperm viability? View the Answer
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We are seeing conflicting information about the correct ICD-10 diagnosis code for the CPT 58322, Artificial l Insemination, Intra-uterine. View the Answer
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We are inquiring about a coding question for testicular aspirations. View the Answer
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Cryopreservation/Vitrification Sperm/Testicular Tissues
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Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) for non–male factor indications: a committee opinion (2020)
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