a 58 year old is admitted to the hospital with severe anemia. He receives six units of fresh frozen plasma on the first day of admission. What HCPCS code(s) should be assigned?
I am confused because when I look up the hcpcs code I see 2 codes that could be possibly the answer. P9059 and P9017. But since the question is not specific which fresh frozen plasma, I can choose.
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3. Read different search results until you find what you need.
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To determine the appropriate HCPCS code(s) for the scenario you provided, we need to understand the purpose and differences between the two codes you mentioned - P9059 and P9017.
P9059 - This code is used for fresh frozen plasma (FFP) that is not pathogen-reduced. FFP is used to replace blood clotting factors and correct bleeding disorders.
P9017 - This code is used for pathogen-reduced plasma. Pathogen-reduced plasma undergoes additional steps to remove or inactivate certain pathogens, making it safer for transfusion.
In the given scenario, the question does not provide information on whether the fresh frozen plasma received by the patient was pathogen-reduced or not. Without this specific information, it is not possible to definitively assign the correct HCPCS code.
To determine the appropriate code, it is important to consult the patient's medical records or check with the healthcare provider who administered the transfusion. The medical records should indicate whether the fresh frozen plasma used was pathogen-reduced or not. Based on that information, the corresponding HCPCS code (P9059 or P9017) can be assigned.
In summary, to accurately assign the appropriate HCPCS code, you will need specific information regarding the type of fresh frozen plasma administered to the patient. Consulting the patient's medical records or healthcare provider will help determine the correct code.