Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for removal procedures on the anterior eye chamber.
CPT 65900 describes removing epithelial down growth from the anterior chamber of the eye.
CPT 65920 describes removing implanted material from the anterior segment of the eye.
CPT 65930 describes the removal of a blood clot from the anterior segment of the eye.
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PPMP is a testing modality that requires the use of a microscope and is performed by a clinical practitioner during a patient encounter. A Certificate of Provider-Performed Microscopy Procedures (PPMP) permits a laboratory to perform a limited list of moderate complexity tests, as well as any waived tests. It is intended to be used in…
CPT 64490 is a code used for injections in the paravertebral facet joint or nerves innervating that joint with image guidance in the cervical or thoracic region. 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 64490 procedures….
Effective for dates of service on or after Sept. 1, 2014, UnitedHealthcare will implement a new policy supported by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the American Medical Association (AMA). UnitedHealthcare will not reimburse the following codes when reported on a CMS-1500 form or its electronic equivalent by physicians or health care…
CPT 20600 refers to arthrocentesis, aspiration, and/or injection of a small joint or bursa without ultrasound guidance. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 20600 procedures. 1. What is CPT 20600? CPT 20600 is a medical procedure code that…
Indications: This is a third follow-up dilation for this patient. He had a pyloric channel uncer, which has been slow to heal and has hadsubsequent pyloric stenosis and obstruction. This is a repeat evaluation and dilation. Procedure: With the patient in the left lateral decubitus position, the endoscope was inserted into the proximal esophagus and…
