Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for adjuvant techniques procedures on arteries and veins.
CPT 35685 describes an add-on procedure for placing a vein patch or cuff at the distal anastomosis of a bypass graft using a synthetic conduit.
CPT 356856 describes an add-on procedure for creating a distal arteriovenous fistula during lower extremity bypass surgery (non-hemodialysis).
CPT 0207U describes a proprietary laboratory analysis (PLA) code for a specific test called Discern™ by NeuroDiagnostics. This test involves quantitative imaging of phosphorylated enzymes ERK1 and ERK2 in a cultured skin specimen to identify Alzheimer’s disease. In this article, we will cover the official description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines,…
CPT code 16035 describes the initial incision of an escharotomy, which is a surgical procedure performed to release pressure and restore blood supply in cases of severe burns. 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 16035? CPT…
CPT 81236 describes the analysis of the enhancer of zeste 2 polycomb repressive complex 2 subunit gene (EZH2) using a full gene sequence. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 81236? CPT 81236 can be…
CPT 43870 describes the closure of a gastrostomy, which is a surgically created opening in the stomach for the insertion of a feeding tube. 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 43870? CPT 43870 is used to…
CPT 61550 describes the procedure of craniectomy for craniosynostosis, specifically for a single cranial suture. This article will cover the description, official description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 61550? CPT 61550 is used to describe a specific procedure called craniectomy for…
CPT 80377 describes the procedure for definitive drug testing for seven or more drugs. This article will cover the official description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 80377? CPT 80377 can be used to describe the procedure for definitive drug…
