CPT code 92587 identifies an otoacoustic emissions (OAE) screening with interpretation and report, a brief noninvasive hearing test commonly used for newborns and young children. The code captures the performance of the screening and the professional interpretation documented in a report. Nationally, this code matters for early detection of hearing impairment, newborn screening programs, pediatric audiology workflows, and payer coverage policies that affect access to timely diagnosis and follow-up care.

Key payers examined include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise clinical context for the code, typical sites of service and service type, and an outline of the administrative elements that affect billing and reporting for OAE screenings. The publication summarizes payer coverage considerations and common billing modifiers (listed separately), highlights where CPT code 92587 is used in care pathways for infants and children, and identifies common questions that arise in clinical billing workflows. This overview is intended for program managers, billing professionals, and clinical leaders seeking a national perspective on how OAE screening with interpretation is coded and documented.