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Their has been lot of confusion with the coding of B12 injection. This has happened because many coders are not aware of use HCPCS codes. Each CPT or HCPCS code has particular guideline and coder should always follow those guidelines. If you do not follow guidelines then your coded procedure might be not paid or … Read more
Basics of Hernia Repair CPT codes Hernia repair procedures are performed in outpatient setting. Hernia can be congenital or acquired and are caused often by strain or injury. There are certain key elements to remember while coding hernia repair cpt codes or procedures. Type of hernia Age of the patient Initial or recurrent hernia Surgical … Read more
Basics of procedure CPT code 66984 A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye which leads to a decrease in vision. Because the lens is normally transparent, the opaque cataract affects the lens’ ability to perform its focusing function which result in blurred vision, poor night vision, glare, and/or light sensitivity. In medical coding, their … Read more
Basics about CPT code for stent placement in AV fistula Coding guidelines for AV Fistula procedure codes is little different in interventional radiology coding. I have faced many challenges while coding these AV fistula procedure codes. However, as I was coding charts I was learning how to get a correct code for procedure performed. Here, … Read more
Basics of Ectopic and Molar Pregnancies An ectopic pregnancy (EP) is a condition in which a fertilized egg settles and grows in any location other than the inner lining of the uterus. The vast majority of ectopic pregnancies are so-called tubal pregnancies and occur in the Fallopian tube. In short Ectopic and molar pregnancies and other abnormal products of conception are classified … Read more
Basics of CPT code for Arteriogram We know many procedures which includes puncturing of an artery. For any examination of any artery, the physician needs to examine the artery by inserting a catheter into the artery. For upper or lower extremity artery exam, will use only one CPT code for arteriography or ateriogram. We have … Read more
Basics about CPT code 29881, 29880 and 29877 For Medicare patients, the major arthroscopic knee procedures are assign with standard arthroscopy codes (29870-29887). However, we have to use a separate HCPCS code G0289 for procedures like chondroplasty and/or loose foreign body removal when performed on different compartment on same knee. Meniscectomy (CPT code 29881) and … Read more
Coding guide for Gastrostomy Tube Placements CPT codes A percutaneous insertion of a gastrostomy tube is performed under fluoroscopic guidance. Gastrointestinal tube procedures involve percutaneous placement of a tube through the skin, directly into the stomach, small bowel, or large bowel, to allow feedings and/or suction of gastrointestinal contents. We have learnt previously similar exam … Read more
A muscle biopsy is a procedure used to diagnose diseases involving muscle tissue. The provider will remove tissue and cells from a specific muscle and view them microscopically. Your provider will only need to remove a small piece of tissue from the designated muscle. The muscle can be superficial (Situated nearer the surface of the body) or deep(situated far beneath the surface). … Read more
Basics of hydrocelectomy CPT code Hydrocelectomy is surgery that is done to remove or repair a hydrocele. A hydrocele is a fluid-filled sac surrounding a testicle that causes swelling in the scrotum (the pouch that holds the testicles). Hydroceles are common in newborn males. Hydroceles can be scary because you can see them and because they are in … Read more