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When to use Sacroiliac (SI) joint injections CPT code 27096, G0259, G0260

June 6, 2023January 1, 2024 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

The sacroiliac joint or SI joint (SIJ) is the joint between the sacrum and the ilium bones of the pelvis, which are connected by strong ligaments. The SI joints bear the weight of the trunk and as a result are subject to the development of strain and/or pain. We have already learnt about coding epidural injection codes 62320,62321, 62322, 62323, 62324, 62325, 62326 and 62327. Different specific codes are used for sacroiliac joint or SI joint (SIJ) for different payers. CPT code 27096, HCPCS code G0259 and G0260 are the procedure codes used for SI…

Wound/Laceration Repair CPT Codes Coding Guidelines

April 22, 2023July 9, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Basics about Laceration Repair CPT Codes The CPT codes for wound repair of skin and subcutaneous tissue are classified as simple, intermediate or complex depending on the use of sutures, staples or tissue adhesives. Any one of these repair can be used for wound repair. Cpt Code 12001 is the starting cpt code used for simple repair. This CPT code 12001 is used only for repair of laceration or wound used which is superficial. The simple repair is not used for deeper wounds. According to CPT guidelines, laceration repair codes…

PET scan CPT code 78815 & 78816 Coding Tips

April 22, 2023May 15, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Remember coding Modifiers with PET scan CPT code

Basics of PET scan CPT code 78815 & 78816 PET scan CPT code (Positron emission tomography) is coded very frequently in Radiology facility coding. PET scan is done to diagnose a condition or to check how condition is developing. Neoplasm can be in there initial stage or Restaging phase. These exams are not painful. PET exams help in diagnosing cancer, heart disease and epilepsy. The best advantage of PET stage compared to CT or MRI is it can tell how the patient’s body is functioning rather than just how it…

Coding tips for CPT code 66984/66840/66850/66852/66983/66985/66982/66920

April 12, 2023April 12, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Basics of procedure CPT code 66984 A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye which leads to a decrease in vision. Because the lens is normally transparent, the opaque cataract affects the lens’ ability to perform its focusing function which result in blurred vision, poor night vision, glare, and/or light sensitivity. In medical coding, their are different procedure codes for cataract removal. CPT code 66984, 66840, 66850, 66852, 66983, 66985, 66982, 66920 are mainly used for coding removal of cataract. Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss in people over…

Awesome tips CPT code for stent placement in AV fistula

April 12, 2023May 9, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Basics about CPT code for stent placement in AV fistula Coding guidelines for AV Fistula procedure codes is little different in interventional radiology coding. I have faced many challenges while coding these AV fistula procedure codes. However, as I was coding charts I was learning how to get a correct code for procedure performed. Here, also we will learn the intervention procedure or CPT code for stent placement in AV fistula. The stent is placed to treat any stenosis or occlusion present in AV fistula. Most of the time, it…

When to use CPT code for Arteriogram

April 12, 2023April 12, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Basics of CPT code for Arteriogram We know many procedures which includes puncturing of an artery. For any examination of any artery, the physician needs to examine the artery by inserting a catheter into the artery. For upper or lower extremity artery exam, will use only one CPT code for arteriography or ateriogram. We have learnt previously about coding peripheral angiography and selective angiogram cpt codes. Here, also we use similar Supervision and interpretion (S&I) codes as used for angiography procedures. These codes are used for the introduction of needle…

When to use CPT code 29881, 29880 and G0289 together

April 12, 2023April 17, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Basics about CPT code 29881, 29880 and 29877 For Medicare patients, the major arthroscopic knee procedures are assign with standard arthroscopy codes (29870-29887). However, we have to use a separate HCPCS code G0289 for procedures like chondroplasty and/or loose foreign body removal when performed on different compartment on same knee. Meniscectomy (CPT code 29881) and Chondroplasty (CPT code 29877) should be coded carefully when the treatment in performed is same or different compartment of same knee. As we know we have separate CPT codes for removal of loose body or…

Awesome Coding Tips for Abortion CPT codes

March 11, 2023July 21, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Coding Tips for Abortion CPT codes for Medical coders

Coding for the Treatment of “Abortions” Pregnancy chapter codes are very complicated to use in coding. If you are medical coder, you would surely understand how difficult it is to find a correct ICD or CPT code in pregnancy chapter. I have made very big errors in past in ICD and CPT code while coding pregnancy medical reports. The major topic in this chapter is to discuss about coding ABORTION. I have learnt coding Z codes, pregnancy complication codes, Injury encounter codes but still I am struggling to code the…

CPT and ICD coding tips for Total hip arthroplasty

March 2, 2023November 22, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Procedure performed for Total Hip Arthroplasty (CPT code 27130) Before we start learning about the ICD and CPT codes related to Total hip arthroplasty, procedure we will just checkout how the whole procedure is performed. A total hip replacement involves removal of diseased cartilage and bone from the acetabulum and femur with replacement using a prosthetic ball and socket. An incision is made over the lateral aspect of the hip. Soft tissue is dissected and released to allow exposure of the hip joint and dislocation of the femoral head from…

DEXA scan CPT code 77080 & 77081; Bone Density coding

February 2, 2023March 9, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

DEXA scan CPT code for Bone Density 77080 & 77081

Basics about DEXA scan CPT code 77080 & 77081 DEXA stands for Dual energy X-ray absorptiometry. DEXA scan is done to evaluate the density of the bone. This test is done specially to screening test for osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is caused when there is significant decrease in the density of the bone. DEXA scan Cpt code is divided on the basis of the bones studied during the exam. The codes for appendicular and axial skeleton have different CPT code for DEXA scan. Dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) is a two-dimensional projection…