Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for amputation procedures on the pelvis and hip joint.
CPT 27290 describes interpelviabdominal amputation (hindquarter amputation).
CPT 27295 describes disarticulation of the hip.
CPT 76881 is a code for complete joint ultrasound, including joint space and peri-articular soft-tissue structures, with real-time image documentation. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, when to use the code, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 76881 procedures. 1. What is CPT 76881? CPT 76881…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for transfusion medicine procedures. CPT Code 86850 CPT 86850 describes a serum technique for an antibody screen of red blood cells. CPT Code 86860 CPT 86860 describes Antibody elution (RBC) and each elution. CPT Code 86870 CPT 86870 describes the technique of identifying RBC antibodies in each…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for examination, homogenization, and concentration procedures. CPT Code 87164 CPT 87164 describes the dark-field examination of any source, including specimen collection, such as penile, vaginal, oral, and skin. CPT Code 87166 CPT 87166 describes the dark-field examination of any source (e.g., penile, vaginal, oral, skin) without collection….
CPT 99238 refers to hospital inpatient or observation discharge day management services, specifically for 30 minutes or less on the date of the encounter. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 99238. 1. What is CPT 99238? CPT 99238…
CPT 31624 is a code for bronchoscopy with bronchial alveolar lavage, which may include fluoroscopic guidance. This article will cover topics such as the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, when to use the code, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 31624 procedures. 1. What is CPT 31624? CPT 31624 is…
CPT 58552 refers to a laparoscopic surgical procedure with vaginal hysterectomy for a uterus weighing 250 g or less, including the removal of fallopian tubes and/or ovaries. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 58552. 1. What is CPT 58552?…
