Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for removing foreign body procedures on the foot and toes.
CPT 28190 describes the removal of a subcutaneous foreign body from the foot.
CPT 28192 describes the removal of a deep foreign body from the foot.
CPT 28193 describes the removal of a complicated foreign body from the foot.
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for microbiology culture and typing procedures. CPT Code 87040 CPT 87040 describes a culture of aerobic bacteria from a blood sample, with isolation and presumptive identification of isolates, including anaerobic culture if appropriate. CPT Code 87045 CPT 87045 describes the culture of aerobic bacteria in a stool…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for shunting procedures on the heart and pericardium. CPT Code 33735 CPT 33735 describes a closed heart Blalock-Hanlon type operation, an atrial septectomy or septostomy. CPT Code 33736 CPT 33736 describes open heart surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass to perform an atrial septectomy or septostomy. CPT Code 33737…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for vaginal delivery, antepartum, and postpartum care procedures. CPT Code 59400 CPT 59400 describes routine obstetric care, including antepartum care, vaginal delivery (with or without episiotomy and/or forceps), and postpartum care. CPT Code 59409 CPT 59409 describes vaginal delivery with or without episiotomy and/or forceps. CPT Code…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for radical lymphadenectomy (radical resection of lymph nodes). CPT Code 38700 CPT 38700 describes a suprahyoid lymphadenectomy. CPT Code 38720 CPT 38720 describes a complete cervical lymphadenectomy. CPT Code 38724 CPT 38724 describes modified radical neck dissection for cervical lymphadenectomy. CPT Code 38740 CPT 38740 describes a…
CPT 76705 is a limited abdominal ultrasound code used for assessing single organs, quadrants, or follow-ups. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 76705 procedures. 1. What is CPT 76705? CPT 76705 is a code used for limited abdominal…
CPT 81162 involves the analysis of the full gene sequence and full duplication/deletion analysis of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, which are associated with hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 81162. 1. What is CPT…
