Disclaimer:
These documents and the information contained herein is for general information purposes only and is not intended, and does not constitute, legal reimbursement, business, clinical or other advice. Furthermore, it does not constitute a representation or guarantee of reimbursement, and it is not intended to increase or maximize payment by any payer. Nothing in this document should be construed as a guarantee by bioMérieux regarding reimbursement or payment amounts, or that reimbursement or other payment will be received. bioMérieux specifically disclaims liability or responsibility and offers no guarantee of coverage, coding, or payment and specifically disclaims liability or responsibility for coding practices of healthcare providers. The customer is solely responsible for determining appropriate charging and billing practices, as well as accurate coding, documentation, and medical necessity for the services provided. This includes the responsibility for accuracy and veracity of all claims submitted to third-party payers. In addition, the customer should note that laws, regulations, and coverage policies are complex and are updated frequently, and, therefore, the customer should check with its local carriers or intermediaries often and should consult with legal counsel or a financial or reimbursement specialist for any questions related to billing, reimbursement, or any related issue. This information does not guarantee coverage or payment at any specific level and bioMérieux does not advocate or warrant the appropriateness of the use of any particular code. It is not provided or authorized for marketing use.
Health Program Guides
Health Program & Insurance Guides provide general information to providers that bill public and private payers for services. They include information specific to each of the panels offered by bioMérieux, including descriptions of the panel, CPT code(s) that may describe the test, and other information. Click the appropriate link below to download the Health Program & Insurance Guide that corresponds to the panel of interest.
Note: Health Program & Insurance Guides are dated and updated as needed.
BIOFIRE® Respiratory 2.1 Panel
BIOFIRE® Respiratory 2.1-EZ Panel (EUA)
BIOFIRE® SPOTFIRE® Respiratory Panel
BIOFIRE® SPOTFIRE® Respiratory Panel Mini
BIOFIRE® Blood Culture Identification 2 Panel
BIOFIRE® FILMARRAY® Gastrointestinal Panel
BIOFIRE® FILMARRAY® Meningitis/Encephalitis Panel
CodeMap®
CodeMap® is a third-party vendor that provides additional information for providers. It is specific to government healthcare programs, including Medicare and State Medicaid plans and is provided for educational purposes. By clicking the link below, you will be taken to the CodeMap® website and can find additional information for our panels.
Claim Appeal Letters
Click the appropriate link below to download the Claim Appeal Letter that corresponds to the panel of interest.
BIOFIRE® Respiratory 2.1 Panel Claim Appeal Template
BIOFIRE® Respiratory 2.1-EZ Panel (EUA) Claim Appeal Template
BIOFIRE® SPOTFIRE® Respiratory Panel Claim Appeal Template
BIOFIRE® SPOTFIRE® Respiratory Panel Mini Claim Appeal Template
BIOFIRE® FILMARRAY® Gastrointestinal Panel Claim Appeal Template
BIOFIRE® Joint Infection Panel Claim Appeal Template – Prosthetic Joint Infection
BIOFIRE® Joint Infection Panel Claim Appeal Template – Septic Arthritis