Office Testicular Aspiration
We are inquiring about a coding question for testicular aspirations. What is the consensus for the code used for testicular percutaneous aspirations done in the office?
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Physician Review during billing of Semen Analysis
When billing for a semen analysis, is the physician required
Billing 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.
Semen analysis and thaw code
Can we use the semen analysis presence and motility (89300) code along with a reproductive tissue thaw code (89354)
TESE test thaws
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Oocyte cryopreservation
We code 89337 (cryopreservation of oocytes) for the entire oocyte preservation cycle, including monitoring visits. View the Answer
TESE test thaws
We perform test thaws to determine if frozen TESE specimens from other clinics are suitable for our procedures. View the Answer
Billing for cryopreservation procedures on different days
I understand that if cryopreservation of oocytes is performed on two separate dates of service, each date of service was billable. View the Answer
Coding for ovarian tissue cryopreservation
For Cryopreservation; Reproductive Tissue Ovarian- 0058T code is not being recognized. Is there an updated one being used or a replacement of this code? View the Answer
Reimbursement for cost of donor egg
My wife and I are going through a fertility treatment process, and we have purchased a donor egg out-of-pocket from a donor bank. View the Answer
Coding for Ovarian tissue cryopreservation, experimental or not?
For Cryopreservation; Reproductive Tissue Ovarian- 0058T code is not being recognized. Is there an updated one being used or a replacement of this code? View the Answer
Does the number of eggs being frozen matter?
There is currently only one CPT code for the cryopreservation of mature oocytes and embryos. View the Answer
Semen Freezing
We have a couple who are doing an IUI cycle. 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
Reproductive Tissue Storage
What are the CPT codes for the Storage of Reproductive Cells/Tissues? View the Answer
In Vitro Maturation
Have CPT codes been established for maturation in vitro? View the Answer
IVF Case Rates
What ICD-10 codes apply to case rates? View the Answer
Office Testicular Aspiration
We are inquiring about a coding question for testicular aspirations. View the Answer
Oocyte Preservation Consult
Our center performs oocyte preservation procedures for women looking to preserve their fertility. View the Answer
Embryo Freezing/Thawing
Our question refers to the CPT code 89258 “Cryopreservation; Embryo(s)” and 89352 “Thawing of Cryopreserved; Embryo”. View the Answer
Embryo Storage Fees For Multiple Cycles
We bill embryo storage 89342 for a year's storage. View the Answer
Frozen Embryo Transport
What is the code for the cost of frozen embryo transport? View the Answer
Gamete Thawing/Warming
Can patients be charged for each vial/straw of reproductive gametes or tissues thawed? View the Answer
Coding For Ovarian Tissue Cryopreservation
Now that ASRM has removed the "experimental" designation from ovarian tissue cryopreservation what CPT code should be used instead of 0058T? View the Answer
Cryopreservation/Vitrification Oocytes/Embryos
What are the correct codes for cryopreservation/Vitrification Oocytes/Embryos? View the Answer
Cryopreservation/Vitrification Sperm/Testicular Tissues
What are the correct codes for the Cryopreservation/Vitrification of Sperm or testicular tissues? View the Answer
Billing For Cryopreservation Of Embryos Under The Male Partner
Can 89258 be billed under the male partner of a female patient? View the Answer
Coding For Long-Term Storage Of Embryos
We have recently been contacted by a payer stating we have a patient whose plan will cover long-term storage of her embryos. View the Answer
Journal Club Global: Should everyone freeze oocytes by age 33?
Oocyte cryopreservation is one of the fastest growing areas of reproductive medicine. View the Video
Ethical issues in oocyte banking for nonautologous use: an Ethics Committee opinion (2021)
Medical guidelines applicable to women donating fresh oocytes should also apply to women donating oocytes to an oocyte bank. View the Committee Opinion
Evidence-based outcomes after oocyte cryopreservation for donor oocyte in vitro fertilization and planned oocyte cryopreservation: a guideline (2021)
A review of success rates, factors that may impact success rates, and outcomes. View the Committee Opinion
Development of an emergency plan for in vitro fertilization programs: a committee opinion (2021)
All IVF programs and clinics should have a plan to protect fresh and cryopreserved human specimens (embryos, oocytes, sperm). View the Committee Opinion
Cryostorage of reproductive tissues in the in vitro fertilization laboratory: a committee opinion (2020)
This document is designed to assist IVF clinics in the management of cryopreserved reproductive tissues stored in cryogenic storage. View the Committee Opinion
Fertility preservation and reproduction in patients facing gonadotoxic therapies: an Ethics Committee opinion (2018)
Chemotherapy and radiation therapy often result in reduced fertility. View the Committee Opinion
Best 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
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Journal Club Global en Español: De la Reunión de la SAMER 2024
Onsite de la Reunión de la Sociedad Argentina de Medicina Reproductiva (SAMER) de Córdoba, Argentina View the Video
Fertility and Sterility On Air - Unplugged: May 2024
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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
TESE test thaws
We perform test thaws to determine if frozen TESE specimens from other clinics are suitable for our procedures. View the Answer
Sperm wash/IUI
Is CPT code 89260 is correct to use for our sperm wash/IUI procedure? 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
Sperm Viability Assay
Is there a separate CPT code for sperm viability? 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
Prewashed Sperm
I have a question regarding prewashed sperm and billing for this service. View the Answer
Reproductive Tissue Storage
What are the CPT codes for the Storage of Reproductive Cells/Tissues? View the Answer
Retrograde Semen Analysis
What CPT code would you suggest for retrograde semen analysis? View the Answer
Lab Case Rates
What ICD-10 codes apply to case rates? View the Answer
IUI
We are seeing conflicting information about the correct ICD-10 diagnosis code for the CPT 58322, Artificial l Insemination, Intra-uterine. View the Answer
Gamete Thawing/Warming
Can patients be charged for each vial/straw of reproductive gametes or tissues thawed? View the Answer
Donor Sperm IUI Single Women
How do I code for therapeutic donor insemination for an unmarried female with no known fertility issues except no partner? View the Answer
Cryopreservation/Vitrification Sperm/Testicular Tissues
What are the correct codes for the Cryopreservation/Vitrification of Sperm or testicular tissues? View the Answer
Intracytoplasmic 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 Document
Posthumous retrieval and use of gametes or embryos: an Ethics Committee opinion (2018)
Posthumous gamete (sperm or oocyte) retrieval or use for reproductive purposes is ethically justifiable if written documentation from the deceased authorizing the procedure is available. View the Committee OpinionTopic 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
Sperm Viability Assay
Is there a separate CPT code for sperm viability? View the Answer
Lab Case Rates
What ICD-10 codes apply to case rates? View the Answer
