Question:
What codes are reportable for spirometry tests and measurements performed on an infant or child through 2 years of age?
Answer:
Codes 94011, 94012, and 94013 are an expansion of the base code 94010, describing basic spirometry measurements. The codes specifically address the clinical need to code for tests and measurements performed on an infant or child through 2 years of age.
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