What is the correct code for billing a routine venipuncture, 36410 or 36415?
Bill routine venipunctures with CPT code 36415. CPT code 36410 is not considered "routine" and represents a venipuncture "performed on an individual over 3 years of age, that requires a physician's skill." This does not mean you should use 36410 each time a physician performs a venipuncture; your documentation must support the necessity of a physician. Bill a routine venipuncture as 36415 regardless of who provides the service.
Refer to Medicare's coverage database.
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Last Updated On
November 17, 2021
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March 23, 2010