CPT® Code 94060 is used to report spirometry performed before and after administration of a bronchodilator. The test evaluates pulmonary function and helps determine whether airflow limitation changes following bronchodilator administration.
This testing can help clinicians assess obstructive airway conditions and evaluate a patient's response to bronchodilator therapy.
Key Facts About CPT® 94060
- Service type: Pulmonary function testing
- Test: Spirometry before and after bronchodilator administration
- Purpose: Evaluate airflow limitation and bronchodilator response
- Specimen/site: Respiratory system
- Common specialties: Pulmonology, primary care, allergy, internal medicine
- Provider type: Physician or qualified healthcare professional
Common clinical uses:
- Evaluation of suspected obstructive airway disease
- Assessment of asthma
- Evaluation of chronic respiratory symptoms
- Assessment of airflow limitation
- Evaluation of response to bronchodilator therapy
When to Use CPT® 94060
CPT 94060 may be reported when spirometry is performed before and after administration of a bronchodilator to assess changes in pulmonary function.
Examples:
- A patient undergoes spirometry as part of an asthma evaluation
- Pre- and post-bronchodilator testing is performed to evaluate airflow obstruction
- A clinician evaluates whether airway function improves following bronchodilator administration
The test should be performed and documented according to applicable pulmonary function testing requirements.
Documentation Requirements
Documentation supporting CPT 94060 should include:
- Patient identifiers and date of service
- Clinical indication or relevant respiratory symptoms
- Pre-bronchodilator spirometry results
- Bronchodilator administered
- Post-bronchodilator spirometry results
- Relevant testing parameters and findings
- Clinical interpretation when required
- Provider authentication
The medical record should clearly demonstrate that both pre- and post-bronchodilator spirometry were performed.
Reimbursement and Coding Considerations
- CPT 94060 reports spirometry before and after bronchodilator administration
- The test should be medically necessary and supported by the patient's clinical documentation
- Payer coverage and medical-necessity requirements may vary
- Documentation should support the indication for testing and the services performed
- Practices should verify current payer-specific policies before submitting claims
Accurate recording of the pre- and post-bronchodilator results helps support appropriate coding and reimbursement.
How OptiMantra Supports Pulmonary Function Test Documentation
OptiMantra helps practices document respiratory symptoms, diagnostic findings, treatment plans, and follow-up care within the patient's medical record.
With OptiMantra, providers can:
- Document indications for pulmonary function testing
- Record respiratory symptoms and relevant clinical findings
- Document spirometry results and bronchodilator response
- Use customizable chart templates for consistent documentation
- Link findings to diagnoses and treatment plans
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Disclaimer: CPT® codes are maintained by the American Medical Association. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not replace official coding guidelines or payer policies.
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