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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Unplugged: July 2025
Explore IVF innovations, mental health in MRKH care, and beta book practices in this deep dive from F&S On Air with expert insights and critical updates. Listen to the EpisodeDocumentation for ultrasound coding 76830
Regarding billing code 76830: it “includes imaging of the uterus, endometrium, fallopian tubes, ovaries, and pelvic structures such as the bladder, as indicated. View the AnswerBilling both partners for 99205 initial consultation
We discussed the ability to bill 99205 for an initial consultation on both the male and female partners if they both present for the consultation. View the AnswerIs There a Test for Fertility?
This video explains the concept of ovarian reserve and the limitations of fertility tests, emphasizing that ovarian reserve does not equal fertility. View the ASRMed Talk VideoHyCoSy and CPT 74740
When Office HSG/HyCoSy is performed but no x-ray/fluoroscopic imaging is performed, only ultrasound is done, is it appropriate to bill CPT code 74740? View the AnswerTobacco or marijuana use and infertility: a committee opinion (2023)
In the United States, approximately 21% of adults report some form of tobacco use, although 18% report marijuana use. View Committee OpinionExclusion of IVF services due to Z31.83
My wife and I have been seeking IVF treatment and this year coverage was added to my benefits for infertility treatment (up to $25,000). View the AnswerInteractive MAC Tool
Explore the diagnosis of a 15-year-old with right-sided pain using the ASRM Mac Tool to assess uterine anomalies, including uterus didelphys with obstructed hemivagina. View the ASRMed Talk VideoTotal versus Free estradiol
Should patients with fertility issues be billing Estradiol Free (82681) instead of Estradiol Total (82670)? View the AnswerVitamin D Testing in Infertility Patients
We are being told that, as of this year, vitamin D level screening is not being covered by many insurers. View the AnswerPost Vasectomy Infertility
If a husband has had a vasectomy, does the sterilization code apply to the wife's visits? View the AnswerSperm Wash No Male Factor
What would be the best code to use for a sperm wash when it is not a male factor issue? View the AnswerTesting With No History of Infertility
What diagnosis codes should providers submit to insurance carriers while trying to evaluate fertility issues? View the AnswerTransvaginal Cyst Aspiration
If a cyst aspiration is completed in office, what codes could be used for this service in a clinic setting? View the AnswerIUI or IVF
Should other ovarian dysfunction (diagnosis code E28.8) or unspecified ovarian dysfunction (diagnosis code E28.9) can be used for an IUI or an IVF cycle View the AnswerOvulation Induction Monitoring With PCOS
We have a patient insisting that we code the ultrasound follicle monitoring with the PCOS diagnosis. View the AnswerDiagnostic Testing of an Infertile Couple
The Z31.41 is or is not the correct code to use for diagnostic testing of an infertile couple? And If so can if be used as the primary and only code? View the AnswerOptimizing natural fertility: a committee opinion (2022)
This committee opinion provides practitioners with suggestions for optimizing the likelihood of achieving pregnancy in couples... View the Committee OpinionUse of exogenous gonadotropins for ovulation induction in anovulatory women: a committee opinion (2020)
Pretreatment evaluation, indications, treatment regimens, and complications of gonadotropin treatment. View the Committee OpinionGuidance for Providers Caring for Women and Men Of Reproductive Age with Possible Zika Virus Exposure (Updated 2019)
This ASRM guidance specifically addresses Zika virus infection issues and concerns of individuals undergoing assisted reproductive technologies (ART). View the GuidelineAmerican Society for Reproductive Medicine position statement on uterus transplantation: a committee opinion (2018)
Following the birth of the first child from a transplanted uterus in Gothenburg, Sweden, in 2014, other centers worldwide have produced scientific reports. View the Committee OpinionRemoval of myomas in asymptomatic patients to improve fertility and/or reduce miscarriage rate: a guideline (2017)
This review evaluates if uterine myomas impact likelihood of pregnancy and pregnancy loss, and if myomectomy influences pregnancy outcomes. View the GuidelineUterus Transplantation Intersociety Roundtable (2016)
A Roundtable to discuss the development of uterus transplantation in the United States was convened under the sponsorship of ASRM and ASRT. View Roundtable discussionRecommended practices for the management of embryology, andrology, and endocrinology laboratories: a committee opinion (2014)
A general overview for good management practices within the endocrinology, andrology, and embryology laboratories in the United States. View the RecommendationImproving the Reporting of Clinical Trials of Infertility Treatments (IMPRINT): modifying the CONSORT statement (2014)
Clinical trials testing infertility treatments often do not report on the major outcomes of interest to patients and clinicians and the public. View the GuidelineBest practices of ASRM and ESHRE: a journey through reproductive medicine (2012)
ASRM and ESHRE are the two largest societies in the world whose members comprise the major experts and professionals working in reproductive medicine. View the Committee Joint GuidelineTopic Resources
Fertility and Sterility On Air: Live from the ESHRE 41st Annual Meeting (Part 2)
Live from ESHRE Paris 2025: Fertility & Sterility On Air features latest IVF, AI, embryo genetics & implantation research with top global experts. Listen to the EpisodeJournal Club Global: SREI Fellows Symposium 2025
Journal Club debate: do surgically retrieved sperm match ejaculated sperm in donor-egg IVF? Review of evidence, blastulation, fertilization, outcomes, equity. View the VideoJournal Club Global LIVE at ANZSREI 2025
ANZSREI panel reviews a PGT-A study on male age and sperm factors in blastulation and euploidy, finding female age dominates and calling for better research. View the VideoJournal Club Global LIVE at MRSi 2025: Sibling Oocyte Studies in ART
Experts discuss sibling oocyte trials, PIEZO-ICSI, and microfluidics in ART, evaluating outcomes, design limits, lab impact, and clinical implications. View the VideoJournal Club Global Portuguese: A relação entre Fertilidade e Saúde do Homem
Experts discuss male infertility, its health links, lifestyle impact, and treatment strategies, emphasizing proactive care and fertility preservation. View the VideoBilling for the partner workup
Are most practices in REI billing male partners for their history? We also order labs and sperm count on all male partners. View the AnswerBilling both partners for 99205 initial consultation
We discussed the ability to bill 99205 for an initial consultation on both the male and female partners if they both present for the consultation. View the AnswerSemen 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 AnswerTESE test thaws
We perform test thaws to determine if frozen TESE specimens from other clinics are suitable for our procedures. View the AnswerTobacco or marijuana use and infertility: a committee opinion (2023)
In the United States, approximately 21% of adults report some form of tobacco use, although 18% report marijuana use. View Committee OpinionImproving the Patient Experience - Male
Male factor evaluation is essential in diagnosing infertility causes, enhancing ART outcomes, and improving patient confidence. Learn why this assessment matters.. View the ASRMed Talk VideoDiagnostic evaluation of sexual dysfunction in the male partner in the setting of infertility: a committee opinion (2023)
It is the responsibility of the clinician to assess for erectile dysfunction, ejaculatory dysfunction, or diminished libido in men presenting for infertility. View the Committee OpinionA 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 VideoPost Vasectomy Infertility
If a husband has had a vasectomy, does the sterilization code apply to the wife's visits? View the AnswerSemen Analysis For Assessment of Fertility
What is the appropriate diagnostic code to use for a semen analysis for the assessment of infertility? View the AnswerTesting With No History of Infertility
What diagnosis codes should providers submit to insurance carriers while trying to evaluate fertility issues? View the AnswerLab RVUs
Is there a list of RVUs for embryology and andrology laboratory procedures, and if so, where can it be found? View the AnswerMale Consult
My group was wondering if and how to code for a male partner consultation. View the AnswerDiagnostic Testing of an Infertile Couple
The Z31.41 is or is not the correct code to use for diagnostic testing of an infertile couple? And If so can if be used as the primary and only code? View the AnswerMale Infertility
A summary of common codes for Male Infertility compiled by the ASRM Coding Committee. View the Coding SummaryJournal Club Global Live from PCRS - ICSI for Non-Male Factor Infertility
While intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) has revolutionized the treatment of male factor infertility, a significant controversy still remains regarding its ubiquitous use in all IVF cycles. View the VideoOptimizing natural fertility: a committee opinion (2022)
This committee opinion provides practitioners with suggestions for optimizing the likelihood of achieving pregnancy in couples... View the Committee OpinionDiagnosis and treatment of infertility in men: AUA/ASRM guideline part I (2021)
Comprehensive AUA/ASRM guideline on evaluating and treating male infertility, linking diagnosis to health risks and offering evidence-based recommendations. View the GuidelineDiagnosis and Treatment of Infertility in Men: AUA/ ASRM Guideline Part II (2021)
The summary presented is Part II of the two-part series dedicated to the Diagnosis and Treatment of Infertility in Men: AUA/ASRM Guideline. View the GuidelineIntracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) for non–male factor indications: a committee opinion (2020)
Intracytoplasmic sperm injection is frequently used in combination with assisted reproductive technologies. View the Committee DocumentGuidance for Providers Caring for Women and Men Of Reproductive Age with Possible Zika Virus Exposure (Updated 2019)
This ASRM guidance specifically addresses Zika virus infection issues and concerns of individuals undergoing assisted reproductive technologies (ART). View the GuidelineRecommended practices for the management of embryology, andrology, and endocrinology laboratories: a committee opinion (2014)
A general overview for good management practices within the endocrinology, andrology, and embryology laboratories in the United States. View the RecommendationImproving the Reporting of Clinical Trials of Infertility Treatments (IMPRINT): modifying the CONSORT statement (2014)
Clinical trials testing infertility treatments often do not report on the major outcomes of interest to patients and clinicians and the public. View the GuidelineTopic Resources
Fertility and Sterility Publishes Editorial Exploring the Origins of “Restorative Reproductive Medicine” and Why Modern Fertility Care Must Remain Comprehensive
Restorative reproductive medicine overlooks IVF, male-factor care, and the need for full-spectrum fertility treatment using modern technologies. View the Press ReleaseFertility and Sterility On Air - TOC: October 2025
Explore October 2025's top fertility topics—donor egg outcomes, ART protocols, male infertility drugs, SART data, and more from ASRM's F&S On Air podcast. Listen to the EpisodeFertility and Sterility On Air - Unplugged: September 2025
Explore optimal IVF trigger timing, dual trigger insights, and how TikTok shapes endometriosis info—on F&S Unplugged with ASRM experts. Listen to the EpisodeASRM PRIMED Cohort Members—Including Physicians, Providers, and Experts—Meet with Congressional Offices to Advocate for IVF Access & Educate About Realities of Restorative Reproductive Medicine
ASRM PRIMED cohort meets Congress to push for IVF access, clarify risks of restorative reproductive medicine, and defend science‑based fertility care. View the Press ReleaseASRM Hosts Capitol Hill Briefing for Policymakers & Congressional Staff to Hear From Providers & Patients About Importance of IVF Access, Realities and Limitations of Restorative Reproductive Medicine
ASRM briefing united lawmakers, physicians & patients on IVF access, exposing RRM limits and urging policies to expand fertility care options. View the Press ReleaseSRS Warns Against Limiting Access to IVF Under the Guise of “Restorative” Care
SRS, an ASRM affiliate, advocates evidence-based reproductive surgery and full-spectrum fertility care for conditions like endometriosis, fibroids, and PCOS. View the Press ReleaseFertility and Sterility On Air - Roundtable: State Advocacy
Experts share strategies for IVF advocacy, combating misinformation, and building connections with policymakers to protect reproductive rights and access. Listen to the EpisodeFertility and Sterility Publishes Editorial Piece on How Restorative Reproductive Medicine Violates Reproductive Autonomy and Informed Consent
Editorial in Fertility and Sterility warns that Restorative Reproductive Medicine spreads stigma, delays care, and undermines IVF and patient autonomy. View the Press ReleaseF&S Reports Publishes Editorial Piece on the Unscientific Nature of the Arguments for “Restorative Reproductive Medicine” and Why We Need to Understand Them
F&S Reports editorial critiques “Restorative Reproductive Medicine” as unscientific, faith-driven, and a threat to evidence-based IVF care and reproductive rights. View the Press ReleaseASRM, Leading Medical Organizations Urge National Governors Association to Reject ‘Restorative Reproductive Medicine’ in Open Letter
Medical groups urge governors to reject Restorative Reproductive Medicine laws, defending evidence-based infertility care and IVF access. View the Press ReleaseASRM Center for Policy and Leadership Releases Fact Sheet on Following the Science & An Evidence-Based, Science-Driven Response to Infertility
ASRM’s fact sheet outlines an evidence-based infertility care pathway, countering misleading RRM claims with science-backed medical best practices. View the Press ReleaseFollow the Science: An Evidence-Based, Science-Driven Response to Infertility
A science-based infertility evaluation and treatment guide, grounded in clinical best practices, counters ideologically driven alternatives like RRM. View the advocacy resourceASRM Ethics Committee Delivers New Opinion on Assisted Reproduction with Advancing Parental Age
ASRM Ethics Committee issues guidance on assisted reproduction and advanced parental age, addressing medical, ethical, and psychological considerations. View the Press ReleaseFertility and Sterility On Air - Seminal Article: Julia DiTosto and Sunni Mumford
Experts explain how to apply target trial emulation in fertility research, comparing it to traditional methods and offering guidance for first-time users. Listen to the EpisodeNational Infertility Awareness Week
April 19-25, 2026, is National Infertility Awareness Week (NIAW)!
View the NIAW Toolkit





