2010 HCPCS code G0431 replaces 80101 for reporting Drug Testing

New Code G0431 New Code Description Drug screen, qualitative; single drug class method (e.g., immunoassay, enzyme assay), each drug class Industry Recommended Crosswalk 80101--Drug screen qualitative; single drug class method (e.g., immunoassay, enzyme assay), each drug class CMS Final Crosswalk Decision 80101—Drug screen qualitative; single drug class method (e.g., immunoassay, enzyme assay), each drug class Rationale G0431 is a direct replacement for CPT 80101. CMS intends to make CPT 80101 no longer active once G0431 becomes available. http://www.cms.hhs.gov/ClinicalLabFeeSched/Downloads/Calendar_Year_2010_...