September 2020
HCPCS update: COVID-19 code revision
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has revised a COVID-19 code as part of its quarterly Health Care Procedure Coding System updates. The code, effective date and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan’s coverage decision are below.
Pathology and lab code
Code |
Change |
Coverage comments |
Effective date |
C9758 |
Revision |
Covered for facility only |
Jan. 1, 2020 |
None of the information included in this article is intended to be legal advice and, as such, it remains the provider’s responsibility to ensure that all coding and documentation are done in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations. |