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Basics of CPT code 15011, 15012, 15013, 15014, 15015 & 15016 In 2025, their are new CPT codes which includes eight new codes for skin cell suspension autograft (SCSA). This technique includes the harvest and preparation of a liquid solution of skin cells that is applied to a wound site to promote healing. Included are … Read more
Basic of Incision and Drainage (I&D) CPT code Procedures Accurate code selection for Incision and Drainage (I&D) procedures is essential for proper reimbursement. I&D is a common surgical intervention used to treat infections such as abscesses, cysts, and boils. This procedure involves making an incision in the affected area to allow the drainage of infected … Read more
What is Moderate Sedation? Moderate sedation, also known as conscious sedation, is a medical procedure where medication is used to relax a patient, but they remain awake and responsive. The patient can respond to verbal commands or light touch, and they do not need assistance with their airway or breathing. Heart function is generally stable … Read more
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: 1. Suspected abdominal wall abscess POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: 1. Abdominal wall abscess PROCEDURE: 1. Exploration of abdominal wall post op fluid collection, incidion and drainage of abdominal wall abscess ANESTHESIA: General INDICATION FOR PROCEDURE: This unfortunate 63y.o. lady underwent free flap reconstruction of her left arm wound with an abdominal donor site. She is … Read more
Ultrasound guided right thoracentesis Indication: Pleural effusion Findings: Written informed consent was obtained from the patient after explanation of risks, benefits and alternatives. Limited ultrasound scanning over the back for localization of the right pleural effusion. Overlying skin posteriorly was marked with ultrasound and then sterilely prepped and draped. Local anesthesia with 1% lidocaine. A … Read more
What is RVUs, wRVUs & RVU Calculator ? RVU stands for Relative value unit. It is a cost or value assigned for each CPT and HCPCS code by CMS (Centre for Medicare and Medicaid) for providing a service. It has majorly three components, physician work, physician expenses and malpractice overhead. The values of cost of … Read more
Basic about urethral catheterization CPT code Urinary catheters are used when patient is unable to empty his or her bladder. If the urine is retained in bladder, pressure is developed in the kidney. Such pressure can lead to harmful disorder like kidney failure. The urinary catheter has a tiny balloon attached at the end. When … Read more
Basics about Polypectomy & Myomectomy CPT code Endometrial polyps are one of the most common causes of abnormal vaginal bleeding in both premenopausal and postmenopausal women. Endometrial polyps can also be an overgrowth (tumor) of cells. Hence, polypectomy is done to get rid of such harmful diseases. Polypectomy is a minimally invasive procedure in which doctors remove … Read more
Basics of trigger finger/point injection cpt code 20550-20551 The physician injects a therapeutic agent into a single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis such as the plantar fascia in 20550 and into a single tendon origin/insertion site in 20551. The physician identifies the injection site by palpation or radiographs (reported separately) and marks the injection site. … Read more
Basics of ORIF distal Radius CPT codes ORIF stands for Open Reduction Internal Fixation. Distal radial fractures can be very complex. Open treatment of a distal radial fracture is significantly more complex today than when the CPT code for open reduction and internal fixation was originally introduced, due to new technology (eg, fracture specific fixation, … Read more