Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for repair procedures for truncus arteriosus.
CPT 33786 describes the total repair of a truncus arteriosus (Rastelli-type operation).
CPT 33788 describes the reimplantation of an anomalous pulmonary artery.
CPT 73130 is a radiologic examination code for the hand, requiring a minimum of three views. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 73130 procedures. 1. What is CPT 73130? CPT 73130 is a medical billing code used to…
The procedure-to-device edit files included in the January 2012 (V13.0) and April 2012 (V13.1) integrated outpatient code editor (I/OCE) do not allow the device described by the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) code C1882 (Cardioverter-defibrillator, other than single or dual chamber (implantable)) to satisfy the edit in place for CPT code 33249 (Insertion or…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for repair procedures on the vestibule of the mouth. CPT Code 40830 CPT 40830 describes the closure of a laceration in the vestibule of the mouth measuring 2.5 cm or less. CPT Code 40831 CPT 40831 describes the closure of a laceration in the vestibule of the…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for laparoscopic procedures on the liver. CPT Code 47370 CPT 47370 describes a laparoscopic surgical ablation of one or more liver tumors using radiofrequency. CPT Code 47371 CPT 47371 describes laparoscopic surgical ablation of one or more liver tumors using cryosurgery. CPT Code 47379 CPT 47379 describes…
What is TIA and its cause? A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is caused by a temporary state of reduced blood flow in a portion of the brain. This is most frequently caused by tiny blood clots that temporarily occlude a portion of the brain. A primary blood supply to the brain is through two arteries…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for endoscopy procedures on the heart and pericardium. CPT Code 33508 CPT 33508 describes an add-on procedure for surgical endoscopy and video-assisted harvest of a vein(s) for coronary artery bypass. CPT Code 33509 CPT 33509 describes the endoscopic harvest of one segment of an upper extremity artery…
