Screening for thyroid disorders

This code signifies an encounter for the purpose of screening for potential thyroid gland abnormalities or dysfunction in an asymptomatic individual. It is used when a patient presents for a general check-up or routine health assessment where thyroid screening is performed without any current signs or symptoms of thyroid disease.

Use this code when a patient undergoes laboratory tests (e.g., TSH, T3, T4) specifically for screening for thyroid disorders as part of a preventative health visit. It is appropriate when the patient has no known history of thyroid disease and no current complaints referable to the thyroid.

• Do not use if the patient presents with symptoms suggestive of thyroid dysfunction; in such cases, code the signs/symptoms or the definitive diagnosis.
• This code is for the reason for the encounter for screening, not for the results of the screening.
• Pair this code with appropriate CPT codes for the laboratory tests performed.