Earwax can be removed with an ear pick/curette, which physically dislodges the earwax and scoops it out of the ear canal. In the west, use of ear picks is usually only done by health professionals; a modified curette having a safety stop to prevent deep insertion for self-use is available.
The BinaxNow Influenza test kit is CLIA Waived rapid flu test intended for Professional Use Only and is the responsibility of the medical professional to bill properly using the right ICD-9 and CPT-codes. 1  Influenza A CPT-Code: 87804QW ($16.88). 2  Influenza B CPT-Code: 87804-59QW ($16.88).
Correctly Code Rapid Flu Tests. When it comes to lab tests, one common area of missed revenue occurs with Rapid Flu tests. Doctors can purchase test kits for the Rapid Flu Test (87804) which tests for both A & B strains. Swabs are taken from the patientâs respiratory tract and the claim is coded based on the test results. If positive for 1 strain, bill 87804 once.