Laparoscopy and Laparotomy : You Be the Coder - AAPC
Apr 21, 2015 · Answer: First, determine the > CPT® codes for each aspect of the procedure performed. In this case, 49320 (Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, …
Correct Billing for Reopening Laparotomy Can Increase Pay Up
Dec 1, 1999 · Often, coders rely on the CPT index when billing for reopening a laparotomy. The index directs them to 49002 (reopening of recent laparotomy). But under certain …
Wiki - Exploratory Laparotomy,Lysis of Adhesions - AAPC
Apr 2, 2008 · Hi, Can someone tell what code(s) is used for Exploratory Laparotomy, Lysis of Adhesions, and release of small -bowel obstruction? I have code 49000 and I believe the lysis …
Consider Additional Laparotomy Services : You Be the Coder - AAPC
Feb 14, 2013 · Two days later, the surgeon returned the patient to the OR and performed an exploratory laparotomy, abdominal washout, small bowel resection, and ileocolosotmy.
ICD-10 Code for Laparoscopic surgical procedure converted to
ICD-10-CM Code for Laparoscopic surgical procedure converted to open procedure Z53.31 ICD-10 code Z53.31 for Laparoscopic surgical procedure converted to open procedure is a medical …
Include Exploratory Laparotomy With Mass Removal : Reader …
May 9, 2009 · Question: Our ob-gyn did an exploratory laparotomy with removal of left ovarian mass. Can I code the removal as a separate procedure, or do payers consider this bundled?
CPT® Code 44021 - Incision Procedures on the Intestines (Except …
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 44021 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Incision Procedures on the …
Tie Up the Loose Ends of Surgical Wound Coding - AAPC
Jun 25, 2010 · The intra-operative portion of the surgical package for 49002 Reopening of recent laparotomy includes exploration and lavage. In this instance, rather than reporting a closure …
CPT® Code 58925 - Excision Procedures on the Ovary - AAPC
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 58925 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Excision Procedures on the Ovary.
CPT® Code 49000 - Incision Procedures on the Abdomen ... - AAPC
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 49000 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Incision Procedures on the …