What is the Problem with CBCs?

“Billing for services while operating in an environment of audit” has become my favorite catch phrase for 2010. It has been just over 7 years since the AMA updated the CPT descriptions for hematology procedures adapting the codes to current reporting practice of the clinical laboratory. Still in 2010, one of the most frequently billed outpatient tests continues to be incorrectly or inappropriately reported for reimbursement.