Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for surgical procedures on the pilonidal cyst.
CPT 11770 describes the excision of a simple pilonidal cyst or sinus.
CPT 11771 describes the excision of an extensive pilonidal cyst or sinus.
CPT 11772 describes the excision of a complicated pilonidal cyst or sinus.
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for spectacle services (including prosthesis for aphakia). CPT Code 92340 CPT 92340 describes the fitting of spectacles, except for aphakia, with a mono-focal lens. CPT Code 92341 CPT 92341 describes the fitting of spectacles, except for aphakia, bifocal. CPT Code 92342 CPT 92342 describes the fitting of…
For a given encounter, the selection of the appropriate level of E/M services is determined according to the code of definitions in CPT books and any applicable documentation guidelines. CPT books are available from the American Medical Association. When a Teaching Physician bills for E/M services, he or she must personally document at least the…
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CPT 76498 is an unlisted magnetic resonance procedure code used for diagnostic or interventional procedures that do not have a specific code; this article will cover its description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples. 1. What is CPT 76498? CPT 76498 is an unlisted magnetic resonance procedure…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for other procedures on the conjunctiva. CPT Code 68360 CPT 68360 describes a conjunctival flap bridge as a partial or separate procedure. CPT Code 68362 CPT 68362 describes a total conjunctival flap, such as a Gunderson thin flap or purse string flap. CPT Code 68371 CPT 68371…
CPT 78227 is a code used for hepatobiliary system imaging with pharmacologic intervention, including quantitative measurements when performed. 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 78227 procedures. 1. What is CPT 78227? CPT 78227 is a…
