HCPCS code G2023 and G2024 are both used for COVID-19 specimen collection.
G2023 is used for COVID-19 specimen collection performed by a laboratory on an individual in a skilled nursing facility or by a laboratory on an individual who is homebound. This code covers the collection of the specimen and does not include the actual COVID-19 test.
G2024 is used for COVID-19 specimen collection performed by a laboratory on an individual who is not in a skilled nursing facility or who is homebound. This code covers the collection of the specimen and does not include the actual COVID-19 test.
It’s important to note that these codes are only used for the specimen collection and not for the actual COVID-19 test. The COVID-19 test itself will be billed separately using another appropriate code.