For transport services of critically ill or injured pediatric patients 24 months of age or younger, which codes are appropriate?

The appropriate codes for transport services of critically ill or injured pediatric patients 24 months of age or younger are 99466 and 99467. These codes specifically pertain to the provision of transport services and critical care for pediatric patients during their transfer, which is essential for accurately reflecting the nature of the service provided.

Code 99466 is used for the initial transport of the patient, while 99467 is used for additional services provided during the transport. These codes are designed for situations where a patient requires a higher level of care during their transfer to another facility, such as a tertiary care center, particularly for those in critical condition.

The other codes listed do not apply to transport services specifically. For instance, codes 99291 and 99292 are for critical care services provided at a facility, which doesn't directly relate to transport. The codes 99201, 99205 are for office or outpatient evaluation and management visits but are not specific to transport scenarios. Lastly, codes 99231 and 99235 are also focused on inpatient visits rather than transport service, which again makes them unsuitable in this context.

Thus, the use of 99466 and 99467 accurately captures and aligns with the requirements for coding transport services for this