Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for excision/resection procedures on the mediastinum.
CPT 39200 describes the resection of a mediastinal cyst.
CPT 39220 describes the resection of a mediastinal tumor.
CPT 88341 refers to the immunohistochemistry or immunocytochemistry procedure for each additional single antibody stain per specimen. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 88341. 1. What is CPT 88341? CPT 88341 is a code used to describe the…
CPT 87481 is a code for the detection of Candida species using an amplified nucleic acid probe technique. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, billing guidelines, documentation requirements, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 87481. 1. What is CPT 87481? CPT 87481 is a code used to represent a laboratory…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for the transpedicular or costovertebral approach for posterolateral extradural exploration/decompression procedures on the spine and spinal cord. CPT Code 63055 CPT 63055 describes a transpedicular approach with decompression of the spinal cord, equina, and/or nerve root(s) (e.g., herniated intervertebral disc) in a single thoracic segment. CPT Code…
CPT 93224 is a code used for external electrocardiographic recording up to 48 hours by continuous rhythm recording and storage, including recording, scanning analysis with report, review, and interpretation by a physician or other qualified health care professional. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, when to use the code, documentation requirements, billing…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for services for new patients in the office or during outpatient services. CPT Code 99202 CPT 99202 describes an office or other outpatient visit to evaluate and manage a new patient, which requires a medically appropriate history and/or examination and straightforward medical decision-making with 15-29 minutes of…
CPT 72052 is a diagnostic radiologic examination of the cervical spine with six or more views. 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 72052 procedures. 1. What is CPT 72052? CPT 72052 is a diagnostic radiologic…
