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Basics of CPT code 97012 According to CPT, mechanical traction is described as the force used to create a degree of tension of soft tissues and/or to allow for separation between joint surfaces. The degree of traction is controlled through the amount of force (pounds) allowed, duration (time), and angle of pull (degrees) using mechanical … Read more
Pupilloplasty is a procedure that enlarges pupil size by opening the visual axis. The procedure is performed when small pupils are unresponsive to pharmacological dilation for near-vision problems caused by small pupil size, acuteangle closure glaucoma, or by postcataract treatment and presbyopic lens extraction. Let us check the Pupilloplasty cpt codes used in surgery. Description … Read more
Basics of CPT code 37191, 37192 & 37193 An inferior vena cava (IVC) filter is placed most commonly for refractory deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism or when anticoagulation is contraindicated. We have different procedure codes for insertion (CPT code 37191), reposition (CPT code 37192) and retrieval (CPT code 37193) of intravascular vena cava filter. … Read more
Basics of Audiogram CPT code Medicare policy on billing for audiology services. CMS indicated that qualified technicians, including those trained in the Academy’s oto-tech program, can only perform diagnostic audiology tests (under direct physician supervision) that have a technical and professional component. In such cases, the technicians can only perform the technical component of the … Read more
Basics of AV Fistula CPT code AV fistula CPT codes are bundled. These bundled codes include all the minor procedure used for performing interventional procedure on AV. Arteriovenous (AV) shunt or fistula are created for vascular access sites which is required for hemodialysis. The AV fistula are direct artery to vein anastomosis and in AV … Read more
In surgery facility, their are different set of cpt codes for coding thyroidectomy. These codes vary depending on the different techiques used to perform this procedure. The list of CPT code for total thyroidectomy are 60240, 60252, 60254, 60260, 60270 & 60271. These are the cpt codes used majorly for coding thyroidectomy. Let use checkout … Read more
Definition of Mohs Micrographic Surgery CPT code Mohs micrographic surgery is a special technique used to treat complex or ill-defined skin cancer and requires a single physician to provide two distinct services. The first service is surgical and involves the destruction of the lesion by a combination of chemosurgery and excision. The second service is … Read more
Basics of CPT code 45171, 45172 & 0184T TEMS (transanal endoscopic microsurgery) is used to treat a variety of anal and rectal conditions but most commonly it is used to remove large polyps and small cancers. This procedure provides a better approach than traditional per anal operations and in many cases removes the need for … Read more
Basics of CPT code for Tonsillectomy/Adenoidectomy A tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the tonsils. Tonsils are two small glands located in the back of your throat. Tonsils house white blood cells to help you fight infection, but sometimes the tonsils themselves become infected. Specific codes are assigned for coding tonsillectomy. CPT code 42825 and 42826 … Read more
Basics of CPT code 15778, 15853, 15854 Three new CPT codes has been added in integumentary system. These codes will be used from 1st January 2023 by medical coders. The new codes are added for removal of sutures and/or staples not requiring anesthesia. These codes should be used along with E/M codes. CPT code 15853 … Read more