Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for removing central venous access devices.
CPT 36589 describes the removal of a tunneled central venous catheter without a subcutaneous port or pump.
CPT 36590 describes removing a tunneled central venous access device, with a subcutaneous port or pump inserted either centrally or peripherally.
CPT 64893 describes the procedure of using a single strand nerve graft, measuring more than 4 cm in length, to repair or bridge an injured portion of a nerve in the arm or leg. This article will cover the official description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples….
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for excision procedures on the esophagus. CPT Code 43100 CPT 43100 describes the excision of a lesion from the esophagus with a cervical approach and primary repair. CPT Code 43101 CPT 43101 describes the excision of a lesion from the esophagus with a thoracic or abdominal approach,…
CPT 57280 describes a surgical procedure known as colpopexy, which is performed through an abdominal incision. This article will provide an overview of CPT code 57280, including its official description, the procedure itself, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 57280? CPT 57280 is…
CPT 27511 describes the open treatment of a femoral supracondylar or transcondylar fracture without intercondylar extension, including internal fixation if performed. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 27511? CPT 27511 is used to describe the open…
CPT 28297 describes a specific procedure for the correction of hallux valgus, commonly known as a bunion, in the foot. This article will provide an overview of CPT code 28297, including its official description, the procedure involved, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code…
CPT 38206 describes the process of harvesting blood-derived hematopoietic progenitor cells (HPCs) for transplantation. This article will cover the official description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 38206? CPT 38206 can be used to describe the procedure of harvesting hematopoietic progenitor cells…
