Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for repair procedures on the epididymis.
CPT 54900 describes epididymovasostomy, an anastomosis of the epididymis to the vas deferens on a unilateral basis.
CPT 54901 describes epididymovasostomy, an anastomosis of the epididymis to the vas deferens on both sides.
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for incision procedures on the biliary tract. CPT Code 47400 CPT 47400 describes hepaticotomy or hepaticostomy with exploration, drainage, or removal of calculus. CPT Code 47420 CPT 47420 describes a choledochotomy or choledochostomy with exploration, drainage, or removal of calculus, with or without cholecystotomy, without transduodenal sphincterotomy…
CPT 51710 describes the procedure for changing a cystostomy tube in a patient. This article will cover the description, official description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 51710? CPT 51710 can be used to describe the procedure performed by a healthcare provider…
The CPT codes for colonoscopy cover procedures in which providers use a colonoscope to perform an exam of the rectum and colon of a patient. They insert a long and flexible tube with a camera to view the patient’s colon to look for abnormalities. Tip: Click here you only want to learn about Screening Colonoscopy…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for fluid washings, hybridization, and sex chromatin identification procedures. CPT Code 88104 CPT 88104 describes cytopathology smears with an interpretation of fluids, washings, or brushings, except cervical or vaginal. CPT Code 88106 CPT 88106 describes a simple filter method with interpretation for cytopathology, fluids, washings, or brushings,…
CPT 0333U describes the surveillance for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in high-risk patients using a proprietary laboratory test. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, and examples. 1. What is CPT Code 0333U? CPT 0333U can be used to describe a proprietary laboratory test that is…
CPT 33985 describes the removal of central cannula(e) by sternotomy or thoracotomy in children from birth through 5 years of age. 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 33985? CPT 33985 can be used to describe the…
