Encounter for paternity testing

This code signifies a patient's visit specifically for the purpose of undergoing genetic testing to determine biological parentage. It indicates that the primary reason for the encounter is the collection of samples (e.g., buccal swab, blood) for DNA analysis to establish paternity.

Use this code when a patient presents for the sole reason of having samples collected for paternity testing, whether court-ordered or voluntarily sought. This applies to the individual being tested (alleged father, child, or mother providing a sample for the child).

• This code is for the encounter itself, not the results of the paternity test.
• Do not use this code if the paternity testing is incidental to another primary medical service.
• Consider any additional codes for related services, such as venipuncture (if blood is drawn).