AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) — Question 118

A patient with lymphocytic leukemia is in the oncology office for her scheduled chemotherapy. She is administered Rituximab IV for 2 hours and 30 minutes. Then a sequential IV infusion of Fludarabine is given for 45 minutes.
What CPT® coding is reported?

Answer options

• A. 96413, 96415 x 2, 96411
• B. 96413, 96415-51 x 2, 96417-51
• C. 96413, 96415, 96417
• D. 96413, 96415-51, 96411-51

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because it accurately reflects the coding for the administration of Rituximab and Fludarabine, including the use of modifiers for multiple procedures. Options A, C, and D do not correctly apply the necessary modifiers or include the appropriate codes for the administration times and sequences.