Chemical cauterization | Medical Billing and Coding Forum - AAPC It is incorrect to report code 17250, Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (proud flesh, sinus or fistula), for the destruction of granulation tissue in the vagina Per CPT guidance, procedure codes for destruction of lesion (s) in specific anatomic sites should be used instead
5 Tips Help You Choose the Right Epistaxis-Control Codes : Nose - AAPC Because 30901-30905 are unilateral codes, you should report cauterization per side For instance, a patient requires limited left and right anterior packing Assign 30901-50 to indicate that the otolaryngologist packs each nasal passage Alternatively, you should use modifier 59 (Distinct procedural service) for separate-side bleed control
5 Key Tips Help You Code Nasal Hemorrhages With Ease - AAPC Quick tip: Use modifier 50 (Bilateral procedure) for bilateral epistaxis control Because 30901-30905 represent unilateral codes, you should report cauterization per side For instance, a patient requires limited left and right anterior packing Assign 30901-50 to indicate that the ENT physician packed each nasal passage
Wiki - CPT Help-Re:Wound Cautherization - AAPC A doctor in the office saw patient who came in for cardiac follow up and was bleeding from a minor arm wound To stop the bleeding the doctor cauterized the wound Would anyone know the CPT code for the cauterization? This is not something we normally do and would appreciate any help Thanks
Get Your Epistaxis Coding Under Control Using These 4 Q As . . . - AAPC Question 2: Did Epistaxis Control Include Cauterization or Packing? This detail is key, as you can’t report 30901-30906 without the use of packing or nasal cautery to achieve hemostasis However, that doesn’t mean you can’t report the encounter Example: An established patient presents with mild bleeding in the left nostril
Pay Attention to CCI Edit of 52001 and 52214 : Reader Question - AAPC Is there a code for cauterization to control bleeding from the bladder wall in this case secondary to radiation cystitis? South Carolina Subscriber Answer: You were correct to begin the claim with 52001 (Cystourethroscopy with irrigation and evacuation of multiple obstructing clots) for the evacuation of clots
CPT® Code 57061 - Destruction Procedures on the Vagina - AAPC The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 57061 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Destruction Procedures on the Vagina
Anogenital wart removal | Medical Billing and Coding Forum - AAPC Procedure performed: Anoscopic cauterization of the anorectal wart Intraoperative findings reveal a perianal wart at 5 o'clock position Endoscopic examination revealed again acetowhite area In the anus circumferentially Multiple areas were noted Using cautery, these areas were cauterized the perianal wart at 5 o'clock position excised