COBGC Infertility and Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Coding

Question 1

Which CPT code is used for follicle puncture for oocyte retrieval (egg retrieval) during an IVF cycle?

Accepted Answer

58970

Answer

CPT 58970 describes follicle puncture for oocyte retrieval by any method and is the standard surgical code for egg retrieval in IVF.

Question 2

Which CPT code describes intrauterine embryo transfer following IVF?

Accepted Answer

58974

Answer

CPT 58974 is specifically designated for embryo transfer via the intrauterine route following in vitro fertilization.

Question 3

A patient undergoes intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) with 8 oocytes retrieved. Which CPT code is reported?

Accepted Answer

89280

Answer

CPT 89280 covers assisted oocyte fertilization by microtechnique (ICSI) for 10 or fewer oocytes; 89281 is used when more than 10 oocytes are involved.

Question 4

Which CPT code is used for intrauterine insemination (IUI)?

Accepted Answer

58322

Answer

CPT 58322 describes artificial insemination via the intrauterine route (IUI), while 58321 is reserved for the intracervical route.

Question 5

Which ICD-10-CM code represents female infertility of tubal origin?

Accepted Answer

N97.1

Answer

ICD-10-CM N97.1 specifically classifies female infertility associated with tubal origin, such as blocked or damaged fallopian tubes.

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