OptiMantra Medical Code Definitions
Understand medical codes with our user-friendly code definition pages designed to support accurate charting and billing.

CPT® Code 90472: Immunization Administration, Each Additional Vaccine, Percutaneous, Intradermal, Subcutaneous, or Intramuscular Injection
CPT 90472 covers administration of each additional injectable vaccine during the same encounter. Learn proper coding, documentation requirements, billing considerations, and how OptiMantra simplifies immunization tracking and vaccine administration workflows.

CPT® Code 83690: Lipase
CPT 83690 covers quantitative lipase testing to evaluate pancreatic function and diagnose conditions like pancreatitis. Learn when to use this code, documentation requirements, reimbursement considerations, and how OptiMantra streamlines lab ordering, tracking, and billing workflows.

CPT® Code 86001: Allergen-Specific IgG, Quantitative or Semi-Quantitative, Each Allergen
CPT 86001 covers quantitative or semi-quantitative testing for allergen-specific IgG antibodies, billed per allergen. Explore clinical indications, documentation best practices, and how OptiMantra streamlines allergy testing, results tracking, and billing for accurate patient management.

CPT® Code 97535: Self-Care/Home Management Training, Each 15 Minutes
CPT 97535 covers therapeutic self-care and home management training in 15-minute increments. Explore indications, documentation best practices, time-based billing, and how OptiMantra streamlines recording, tracking, and billing for occupational and physical therapy services.

CPT® Code 99070: Supplies and Materials Provided by Physician or Other Qualified Healthcare Professional
CPT 99070 covers additional supplies and materials provided by physicians or qualified healthcare professionals during patient care. Explore documentation best practices, examples of billable items, and how OptiMantra streamlines billing, tracking, and compliance for in-office supplies.

CPT® Code 82270: Blood, Occult, Peroxidase Activity, Qualitative, Feces, 1–Determination
CPT 82270 covers qualitative fecal occult blood testing (peroxidase activity) on a single stool specimen. Explore indications, documentation requirements, interpretation tips, and how OptiMantra streamlines billing and clinical workflow for accurate GI screening and diagnosis.

CPT® Code 58300: Insertion of Intrauterine Device (IUD)
CPT 58300 covers insertion of intrauterine devices (IUDs) for contraception or therapeutic use. Explore procedure indications, documentation best practices, device tracking, and how OptiMantra streamlines billing and clinical workflow for IUD placement.

CPT® Code 87636: Infectious Agent Detection by Nucleic Acid; SARS-CoV-2 and Influenza A & B, Multiplex Amplified Probe Technique
CPT 87636 covers multiplex nucleic acid testing for SARS-CoV-2 and Influenza A & B. Explore clinical indications, specimen requirements, documentation tips, and how OptiMantra streamlines testing, reporting, and billing workflows for COVID-19 and influenza management.

CPT® Code 87811: Infectious Agent Antigen Detection by Immunoassay with Direct Optical SARS-CoV-2
CPT 87811 covers SARS-CoV-2 antigen detection using immunoassay with direct optical reading. Explore test indications, specimen requirements, documentation tips, and how OptiMantra streamlines billing and reporting for COVID-19 testing.

CPT® Code 12002: Simple Repair of Superficial Lacerations, 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
CPT code 12002 is used to report simple repair of superficial lacerations measuring 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm. This guide explains when to use the code, documentation requirements, billing considerations, and common coding mistakes to avoid. Learn how OptiMantra helps providers document procedures accurately, maintain compliance, and streamline CPT coding and billing workflows.

CPT® Code 80048: Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP)
CPT code 80048 is used to report a Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP), an essential lab test for evaluating kidney function, electrolyte balance, and metabolic health. This guide explains when to use the code, documentation requirements, reimbursement considerations, and common billing mistakes. Discover how OptiMantra helps providers streamline lab documentation, maintain compliance, and support accurate CPT coding and billing.

CPT® Code 99345: Home Visit, New Patient, Unstable or Significant New Problem, 75 Minutes
CPT® 99345 covers a 75-minute home visit for new patients with unstable or significant new problems. It includes evaluation, management, counseling, and care coordination. OptiMantra helps document time, track clinical findings, and streamline billing for accurate, compliant home-based care.

CPT® Code 82947: Glucose, Quantitative, Blood (Except Reagent Strip)
CPT® 82947 reports lab-based quantitative blood glucose testing (excluding reagent strips). It’s used for diabetes diagnosis, monitoring, and metabolic evaluation. OptiMantra streamlines lab orders, documentation, and billing for accurate, audit-ready records.

CPT® Code 99495: Transitional Care Management (TCM) Services — Moderate Complexity, 14-Day Discharge Follow-Up
CPT® 99495 covers transitional care management within 14 days of discharge. OptiMantra helps document communication, track follow-ups, reconcile medications, and generate audit-ready billing for safe patient transitions.

CPT® Code 99408: Alcohol and/or Substance Abuse Structured Screening and Brief Intervention Services (15 to 30 minutes)
CPT® code 99408 is used for structured alcohol or substance abuse screening and brief intervention services lasting 15–30 minutes. This article explains when to use the code, required documentation elements, billing rules, and common clinical scenarios. You’ll also learn how OptiMantra streamlines screening workflows, time tracking, and coding to support better behavioral health outcomes.

CPT® Code 99342 – Domiciliary, Rest Home, or Custodial Care Visit for a New Patient, Moderate Complexity
CPT® code 99342 is used for moderate-complexity evaluation and management visits with new patients in domiciliary, rest home, or custodial settings. This article explains when to use the code, required documentation elements, billing rules, and an example scenario. You’ll also see how OptiMantra streamlines offsite visit documentation and coding for efficient, compliant care.

CPT® Code 82172 – Apolipoprotein, A-I and B, Quantitative
CPT® code 82172 is used to report quantitative testing of apolipoprotein A-I and B, two key markers for assessing lipid metabolism and cardiovascular risk. This article explains when to use the code, required documentation, appropriate ICD-10 links, and billing guidelines. You’ll also see how OptiMantra streamlines lab ordering, result tracking, and accurate coding for ApoA-I and ApoB testing.

CPT® Code 90471 – Immunization Administration (First Vaccine or Toxoid)
CPT® 90471 covers the administration of the first vaccine or toxoid during a patient visit. Documentation should include vaccine details, consent, counseling, and injection site. Each additional vaccine uses 90472. OptiMantra streamlines recording, billing, and compliance for pediatric and adult immunizations.

CPT® Code 99407 – Smoking and Tobacco Use Cessation Counseling, Intensive, Greater Than 10 Minutes
CPT® 99407 covers intensive tobacco cessation counseling over 10 minutes. Documentation must include time, topics, and patient readiness, supported by Z72.0 or F17.200–F17.299. OptiMantra streamlines recording and billing for compliant, efficient tobacco cessation counseling.

CPT® Code 99354 – Prolonged Service in the Office or Other Outpatient Setting (First Hour)
CPT® Code 99354 covers prolonged evaluation and management (E/M) services in an office or outpatient setting that require 30–74 extra minutes of direct patient care. This guide explains when to use the code, key documentation requirements, billing rules, and how OptiMantra automates time tracking for compliant, accurate reimbursement.

CPT® Code 84146 – Prolactin (PRL) Test
CPT® Code 84146 reports a quantitative laboratory test that measures serum prolactin levels to evaluate pituitary, reproductive, or hypothalamic disorders. This article outlines when to use the code, documentation requirements, billing rules, and how OptiMantra simplifies hormone test tracking and reimbursement.

CPT® Code 83540 – Iron (Fe) Test, Total
CPT® Code 83540 reports a laboratory test that measures total iron levels in serum or plasma to assess iron metabolism and diagnose anemia or iron disorders. This article explains when to use the code, documentation requirements, billing rules, and how OptiMantra streamlines lab tracking and coding accuracy.

CPT® Code 98942 – Chiropractic Manipulative Treatment (CMT); Spinal, Involving 5 Regions
CPT® Code 98942 applies to chiropractic manipulative treatment involving all five spinal regions—cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral, and pelvic. This guide explains when to use the code, documentation requirements, billing rules, and how OptiMantra streamlines charting and reimbursement for comprehensive spinal care.

CPT® Code 96376 – Therapeutic, Prophylactic, or Diagnostic Injection (Each Additional Sequential Intravenous Push of the Same Substance/Drug)
CPT® Code 96376 covers each additional sequential intravenous (IV) push of the same drug during the same encounter. Learn when to use it, how to document properly, and billing tips to ensure accurate reimbursement and compliance.

CPT® Code 83516 – Immunoassay, Analyte Quantitative, Not Otherwise Specified
CPT 83516 covers quantitative immunoassays for analytes without specific CPT® codes. This guide explains when to use it, documentation requirements, and how OptiMantra streamlines lab reporting and billing for efficient practice management.

CPT® Code 20605 – Arthrocentesis, Small Joint, With or Without Injection, Includes Aspiration and/or Injection of Anesthetic, Steroid, or Other Therapeutic Agent
CPT 20605 covers arthrocentesis and therapeutic injections for small joints like fingers, wrists, and toes. This article explains indications, billing requirements, and how OptiMantra helps track procedures, link results, and optimize practice workflow.

CPT® Code 83090 - Homocysteine, Blood Test
CPT® code 83090 reports a quantitative homocysteine blood test used to assess cardiovascular risk, nutritional deficiencies, or metabolic disorders. Learn when to use it, what to document, and how OptiMantra streamlines ordering, tracking, and billing for lab tests.

CPT® Code 99344 - Home or Residence Visit for a New Patient, Moderate Complexity
CPT® code 99344 applies to moderate-complexity home or residence visits for new patients lasting 60–74 minutes. Learn when to use it, documentation requirements, and how OptiMantra helps streamline in-home care documentation and billing.

CPT® Code 84999 - Unlisted Chemistry Procedure
CPT® code 84999 is used for unlisted chemistry procedures that don’t have a specific CPT® code assignment. This guide explains when to use the code, how to document properly, and key billing requirements to ensure smooth reimbursement. See how OptiMantra makes it simple to record, track, and bill unique or emerging laboratory tests with integrated ordering, results management, and compliant documentation tools.

CPT® Code 97139 - Unlisted Therapeutic Procedure (Physical Medicine/ Rehabilitation)
CPT® code 97139 is used to report unlisted therapeutic procedures that don’t fall under a specific CPT® code in the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation category. This guide covers when to use the code, how to document it correctly, and billing best practices to ensure smooth reimbursement. Discover how OptiMantra simplifies the process with customizable chart templates and integrated billing tools that make documenting and coding innovative therapies effortless.

CPT® Code 96375 - Each Additional IV Push of a New Drug or Substance
CPT® code 96375 is used to report each additional IV push of a new drug or substance administered after the initial dose. This guide explains when to use the code, key documentation requirements, and billing rules to ensure compliance. Discover how OptiMantra’s integrated charting and billing tools make tracking IV administrations seamless, reducing errors and speeding up reimbursement.

CPT® Code 98943 – Chiropractic Manipulation of One to Two Spinal Regions
CPT® 98943 covers chiropractic manipulation of one to two spinal regions. Discover when to use this code, proper documentation practices, and how OptiMantra helps track treatment, ensure accurate billing, and improve patient outcomes.

CPT® Code 99421 – Online Digital Evaluation and Management (E/M) for Established Patient, 5–10 Minutes
CPT® 99421 covers 5–10 minutes of online evaluation and management for established patients. Discover documentation rules, billing tips, and how OptiMantra integrates secure patient communication for efficient, compliant digital care.

CPT® Code 86376 – Immunoassay for Infectious Agent Antibody(ies), Qualitative or Semiquantitative, Each Antigen
CPT® 86376 covers immunoassay testing for antibodies to infectious agents. Discover when to use this code, billing requirements, and how OptiMantra’s EMR integrates lab results for faster, compliant, and more efficient patient care.


































































