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 primary source smear procedures. CPT Code 87205 CPT 87205 describes a Gram or Giemsa stain for bacteria, fungi, or cell types from a primary source with interpretation. CPT Code 87206 CPT 87206 describes a smear of a primary source with interpretation, including a fluorescent and/or acid-fast…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for special dermatological procedures. CPT Code 96900 CPT 96900 describes actinotherapy (ultraviolet light) treatment. CPT Code 96902 CPT 96902 describes a microscopic examination of hairs plucked or clipped by the examiner to determine telogen and anagen counts, or structural hair shaft abnormality, excluding hair collected by the…
CPT 84702 is a code used for the quantitative measurement of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in blood samples, primarily for confirming or monitoring pregnancy and diagnosing certain tumors. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, billing guidelines, documentation requirements, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 84702. 1. What is CPT 84702?…
The following CPT codes may be reported for DTap Vaccine; CPT 90696, CPT 90698, CPT 90700 & CPT 90701. Description and coding guidelines can be found underneath. Age Limit For DTaP Vaccine The minimum age for Diphtheria and tetanus toxoids and acellular pertussis vaccine (DTaP) is 6 weeks. The fourth dose of DTaP may be…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for introduction or removal procedures on the humerus (upper arm) and elbow. CPT Code 24160 CPT 24160 describes the removal of a prosthesis, including debridement and synovectomy when performed, for both humeral and ulnar components. CPT Code 24164 CPT 24164 describes the removal of a prosthesis, including…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for renal transplantation procedures. CPT Code 50300 CPT 50300 describes donor nephrectomy (including cold preservation) from cadaver donors, unilateral or bilateral. CPT Code 50320 CPT 50320 describes open donor nephrectomy from a living donor, including cold preservation. CPT Code 50323 CPT 50323 describes the standard backbench preparation…
