Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for repair procedures on the pharynx, adenoids, and tonsils.
CPT 42900 describes suturing of the pharynx for a wound or injury.
CPT 42950 describes a plastic or reconstructive operation on the pharynx.
CPT 42953 describes pharyngoesophageal repair.
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for spine and spinal cord repair procedures. CPT Code 63700 CPT 63700 describes the repair of a meningocele with a diameter of less than 5 cm. CPT Code 63702 CPT 63702 describes the repair of a meningocele with a diameter larger than 5 cm. CPT Code 63704…
Modifier 74 describes a discontinued outpatient hospital or ambulatory surgery center procedure after the administration of anesthesia. In this article, we will explain modifier 74, including its definition, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, common mistakes, related modifiers, and additional tips for medical coders. 1. What is modifier 74? Modifier 74 indicates that a provider…
CPT 67108 is a code used for the repair of retinal detachment with vitrectomy, including additional procedures when performed. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 67108. 1. What is CPT 67108? CPT 67108 is a code used by…
CPT 22552 is an add-on code for arthrodesis, anterior interbody, performed in the cervical region below C2, and is used in conjunction with the primary procedure code 22551. 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 22552…
CPT 93294 is a code used for remote interrogation device evaluation of pacemaker systems by a physician or other qualified health care professional. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 93294. 1. What is CPT 93294? CPT 93294 is a…
CPT 36465 is a code used for the injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate in a single incompetent extremity truncal vein. 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…
