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 …
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.
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 …
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.
Wiki - Exploratory laparotomy, hematoma evacuation and pelvic
Jul 3, 2023 · Thank you. Procedure Performed: Exploratory laparotomy, hematoma evacuation and pelvic irrigation Specimen: none Findings: 2 large pelvic hematoma collections, one was …
CPT® Code 58720 - Excision Procedures on the Oviduct/Ovary
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 58720 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Excision Procedures on the …
CPT® Code 44602 - Repair Procedures on the Intestines (Except
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 44602 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Repair Procedures on the …
Wiki - TLH with mini-Laparotomy incision - AAPC
Oct 7, 2014 · The physician started a hysterectomy with a laparoscopic approach. The uterus was over 500 grams and a mini-laparotomy incision was made to remove the specimen. The …
CPT® Code 58940 - Excision Procedures on the Ovary - AAPC
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 58940 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Excision Procedures on the Ovary.