48Occurrence CodeESRD

Reports the patient's most recent hemoglobin reading.

Related ESRD codes

33Reports the start date of the ESRD Medicare coordination period, when an employer group health plan is primary.49Reports the patient's hematocrit reading before EPO administration.51Reports the date of the patient's last Kt/V dialysis adequacy reading.

Frequently asked questions

What does occurrence code 48 mean?

Reports the patient's most recent hemoglobin reading.

What category is occurrence code 48 in?

48 falls under the ESRD category of UB-04 occurrence codes.

Descriptions sourced from CMS Medicare Claims Processing Manual. Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making billing decisions.