Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for incision procedures on the penis.
CPT 54000 describes slitting of the prepuce, either dorsal or lateral, as a separate procedure for newborns.
CPT 54001 describes slitting of the prepuce, either dorsal or lateral, as a separate procedure, except in newborns.
CPT 54015 describes incision and drainage of the penis at a deep level.
CPT 15839 refers to the excision of excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue in an unspecified area. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 15839 procedures. 1. What is CPT 15839? CPT 15839 is a medical billing code used to describe…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for in-situ vein bypass graft procedures. CPT Code 35583 CPT 35583 describes in-situ vein bypass of the femoral-popliteal region. CPT Code 35585 CPT 35585 describes in-situ vein bypass of the femoral, anterior tibial, posterior tibial, or peroneal artery. CPT Code 35587 CPT 35587 describes in-situ vein bypass…
CPT 87631 refers to the detection of infectious agents in respiratory viruses using nucleic acid techniques. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 87631. 1. What is CPT 87631? CPT 87631 is a medical procedure code used to describe the…
CPT 72146 is a diagnostic procedure code for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the thoracic spinal canal and contents without contrast. 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 72146 procedures. 1. What is CPT 72146? CPT…
CPT 13132 is a complex repair code for wounds measuring 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm in specific body areas, involving procedures such as scar revision, debridement, and extensive undermining of tissues. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 13132….
CPT 64450 refers to the injection of anesthetic agents and/or steroids into peripheral nerves or branches for pain relief or diagnostic purposes. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 64450. 1. What is CPT 64450? CPT 64450 is a medical…
