9Thyroid function testing

9 Thyroid function testing

(1) For item 66719:

abnormal level of TSH means a level of TSH that is outside the normal reference range for the particular method of assay used to determine the level.

(2) Unless paragraph (a) of item 66719 is satisfied, the amount mentioned in the item is not payable for a pathology service mentioned in the item unless the pathologist who renders the service has a written statement from the medical practitioner who requested the service that satisfies subrule (3).

(3) The written statement from the medical practitioner must indicate:

(a) that the tests are required for a particular purpose, being a purpose mentioned in paragraph (b) of item 66719; or

(b) that the medical practitioner who requested the tests suspects the patient has pituitary dysfunction; or

(c) that the patient is on drugs that interfere with thyroid hormone metabolism or function.