CPT® Code 99072

Additional supplies, materials, and clinical staff time over and above those usually included in an office visit or other non-facility service(s), when performed during a Public Health Emergency, as defined by law, due to respiratory-transmitted infectious disease

The CPT® Code 99072 is designated for reporting additional supplies, materials, and clinical staff time that exceed what is typically included in an office visit or other non-facility services. This code is specifically applicable during a Public Health Emergency (PHE) as defined by law, particularly in the context of respiratory-transmitted infectious diseases. The use of this code is limited to situations where the office visit or service is directly related to a respiratory infectious disease that is part of the PHE. The additional supplies and materials that can be reported under this code are essential for preventing the transmission of the infectious disease associated with the PHE. These items may include, but are not limited to, face masks, cleaning products, point of care tests, and other necessary supplies that contribute to the safety and health of both patients and healthcare providers. Furthermore, the clinical staff time that is accounted for under this code reflects the extra effort required to ensure safe evaluation, medical treatment, or procedural services during the PHE. This may encompass activities such as providing pre-visit instructions to patients, assessing symptoms, taking vital signs upon patient arrival, and delivering education on measures to mitigate the spread of the disease, either before or after treatment. Overall, CPT® Code 99072 serves to capture the additional resources and efforts required to maintain safety and compliance during a public health crisis.