Question:
Can I report code 82375 for Carboxyhemoglobin measurement?
Answer:
Carboxyhemoglobin measurement and methemoglobin performed by transcutaneous measurement should not be confused with the quantitative in vitro assays that are reported with 82375 and 83050, respectively.
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