How to Bill Glucometer Test Strips
Things You'll Need
- CMS 1500 medical claim form
- Patient's personal and insurance information
- HCPCS code book
Instructions
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Fill your personal and insurance information in the top section of the CMS 1500 insurance claim form.
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Enter the diagnosis code 250.0X, matching your type of diabetes with the proper five-digit code. The code for diabetes mellitus requires all five digits.
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Enter the code for glucometer home blood sugar test strips. The HCPCS code for a 50-count package of glucose test strips is A4253. If you are receiving blood sugar test strips for dialysis, the code is A4772.
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Fill in the remaining boxes with your physician's EIN number and facility contact information. Submit the completed form to your insurance company for payment.
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