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 …
CPT® Code 44602 - Repair Procedures on the Intestines (Except
You Be the Coder: Consider Additional Laparotomy Services - (Feb 14, 2013) Question:The patient had an exploratory lapartomy with extensive lysis of adhesions, subtotal colectomy, …
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 …
Laparascopy vs. Mini-laparotomy : Reader Questions - AAPC
Sep 1, 1999 · Answer: A mini-laparotomy consists of making a small incision at one of the trocar sites when laparoscopy is performed to remove part of the contents out of the pelvic cavity to …
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 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 …
Laparoscopic Procedures on the Oviduct/Ovary - AAPC
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 58661 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Laparoscopic Procedures on the …
'Lavage' May Be More Than You Think - AAPC
Nov 10, 2008 · Exploratory laparotomy is a major procedure, with the patient under general anesthesia in an operating room. This may occur following trauma, for instance, or to treat …
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.