CPT Codes For Tissue Characterization By Quantitative CT

CPT 49082 describes the process of manually withdrawing an accumulation of abnormal fluid from the abdominal cavity by a healthcare provider, either to alleviate discomfort and pressure or to obtain a sample for laboratory analysis, without the use of any imaging guidance to visualize internal structures. Official Description The CPT book defines CPT code 49082…

CPT 31561 describes a procedure in which the provider utilizes a laryngoscope to visually examine the larynx for any abnormalities and subsequently performs an arytenoidectomy, with the aid of an operating telescope or microscope, to remove the arytenoids cartilage located at the back of the voice box. Official Description The CPT book defines CPT code…

CPT 26118 describes the procedure of surgically removing a soft tissue tumor and the surrounding tissues of the hand or finger, which measures 3cm or more, in an extensive manner. Official Description The CPT book defines CPT code 26118 as: “Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of hand or finger; 3 cm or…

CPT 0415T describes the process in which the healthcare provider relocates a transvenous electrode, which is responsible for transmitting and receiving electrical impulses, to a new position within the atrium or ventricle for the purpose of implementing a cardiac contractility modulation (CCM) system, typically connected to an insulated wire lead. Official Description The CPT book…

CPT 00148 describes the provision of anesthesia services by a healthcare provider to a patient who is undergoing an ophthalmoscopy procedure. Official Description The CPT book defines CPT code 00148 as: “Anesthesia for procedures on eye; ophthalmoscopy”. Clinical Information The procedure described by CPT code 00148 involves the administration of anesthesia for ophthalmoscopy procedures. While…

CPT 90471 describes the process in which a healthcare provider administers a vaccine that has been weakened but still alive, through various routes such as percutaneous, intradermal, subcutaneous, or intramuscular, to prevent or treat a disease. Official Description The CPT book defines CPT code 90471 as: “Immunization administration (includes percutaneous, intradermal, subcutaneous, or intramuscular injections);…