Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for incision procedures on the nose.
CPT 30000 describes the internal approach to draining an abscess or hematoma in the nasal area.
CPT 30020 describes the drainage of an abscess or hematoma from the nasal septum.
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for esophagoscopy procedures. CPT Code 43180 CPT 43180 describes esophagoscopy, rigid, transoral with diverticulectomy of the hypopharynx or cervical esophagus (e.g., Zenker’s diverticulum), with cricopharyngeal myotomy, including the use of a telescope or operating microscope and repair, when performed. CPT Code 43191 CPT 43191 describes diagnostic rigid…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for assessing aphasia and cognitive performance testing. CPT Code 96105 CPT 96105 describes the assessment of aphasia, including expressive and receptive speech and language function, language comprehension, speech production ability, reading, spelling, and writing, e.g., by Boston Diagnostic Aphasia Examination, with interpretation and report per hour. CPT…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for anesthesia for procedures on the upper leg (except the knee). CPT Code 01200 CPT 01200 describes anesthesia for all closed procedures involving the hip joint. CPT Code 01202 CPT 01202 describes anesthesia for arthroscopic procedures of the hip joint. CPT Code 01210 CPT 01210 describes anesthesia…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for athletic training evaluations. CPT Code 97169 CPT 97169 describes an athletic training evaluation of low complexity that requires a history and physical activity profile, an examination of the affected body area and other symptomatic or related systems, and clinical decision-making of low complexity, typically taking 15…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for donor hysterectomy, including preservation procedures. CPT Code 0664T CPT 0664T describes an open donor hysterectomy from a cadaver donor, including cold preservation. CPT Code 0665T CPT 0665T describes open donor hysterectomy from a living donor, including cold preservation. CPT Code 0666T CPT 0666T describes laparoscopic or…
CPT 30117 refers to the excision or destruction of an intranasal lesion through an internal approach, and this article will cover its description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples. 1. What is CPT 30117? CPT 30117 is a medical procedure code used to describe the excision or…
