The Dilation and Curettage (D&C) CPT codes can be reported for a procedure where the cervix is dilated and a special instrument is used to scrape the uterine lining. Seven CPT codes describe D&C procedures according to the CPT manual. These codes are used to record the specific type of D&C procedure performed by the…

Central Line Placement, also known as Central Venous Catheter (CVC) placement, is a procedure where a tube is inserted into a large vein in the neck, chest, or groin to administer medication or fluids, obtain blood tests, and directly obtain cardiovascular measurements. Seven CPT codes describe Central Line Placement procedures according to the CPT manual….

The CPT Codes For Inguinal Hernia Repair are covered below with short- and long descriptions and lay-terms. We have divided the codes into four sections. The first one will cover the CPT Codes for Anesthesia that can be used for Inguinal Hernia Repairs, the next chapter will describe the codes for the Initial Repair of…

The CPT codes for C-section (cesarean delivery) can be divided into four different chapters. The first chapter will describe the CPT codes for anesthesia during cesarean delivery, then we’ll cover the CPT codes for cesarean delivery and associated procedures, an additional procedure, and lastly the CPT codes for comprehensive obstetric care that include C-section 1….

Incision and drainage procedures are commonly performed in various medical settings. These procedures involve making an incision to access an area of the body and draining fluid or pus from it. The CPT codes for Incision and Drainage can be divided into 8 different chapters. 1. CPT Codes for Incision and Drainage for Skin Subcutaneous…

The removal of sutures or staples is a common procedure in medical practice. The CPT codes for suture removals depend on whether anesthesia is required and the specific area of the body involved. Below you can find an overview of all the CPT codes for the removal of sutures and you can click on a…

CPT 26553 describes the procedure for transferring a toe to the hand with microvascular anastomosis, specifically for digits other than the great toe. This article will cover the description, official details, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 26553? CPT 26553 is used…

CPT 27076 describes the radical resection of a tumor in the pelvis and hip joint, specifically involving the ilium, acetabulum, both pubic rami, or ischium and acetabulum. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 27076? CPT 27076…

CPT 27077 describes the radical resection of a tumor in the innominate bone. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 27077? CPT 27077 is used to describe the surgical procedure of radical resection of a tumor in…