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Old 07-06-2020, 05:53 PM
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Originally Posted by mtdjed View Post
I get two blood tests per year and never had an HIV test called for on the test prescription. All required test are in a code. If there was never a suggestion of a need for an HIV test, I would start with the test requirements form. Does it specify a code that calls for HIV testing. If it does not, the Lab had no authority and should be challenged. If it does request the HIV test, then you need to question the physician as to why he requested it. My form has codes that I have no idea what they are.
The OP already said that they questioned the doctor and the doctor said the test was routine. The lab just performs the tests that the doctor orders.