What is the CPT code for a mini laparotomy?
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What is the CPT code for a mini laparotomy?
CPT Code: 49000, 58661.
Is a mini laparotomy considered an open procedure?
Minilaparotomy (i.e., open technique) is the traditional method. A transverse incision is made superolateral to the umbilicus.
Can you bill Colpopexy with hysterectomy?
Colpopexy is a repair of prolapsed vaginal tissue, which may be performed at the same operative session as a hysterectomy and is billed separately.
What is the CPT code for hysterectomy?
Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy (TLH) (Effective Jan. 1, 2008)
| CPT Codes | Uterine Size | Removal of Cervix |
|---|---|---|
| 58570 | ≤ 250 grams | Yes |
| 58571 | ≤ 250 grams | Yes |
| 58572 | > 250 grams | Yes |
| 58573 | > 250 grams | Yes |
What is mini-laparotomy and laparoscopy?
A mini-laparotomy (also known as a mini-lap) is one of the three most common methods of tubal ligation. These elective forms of surgical contraception are often referred to as “having your tubes tied.” The other techniques include laparotomy and laparoscopy. The mini-lap is a less invasive form of a laparotomy.
What is the difference between CPT 58661 and 58670?
If the provider performed a laparoscopic salpingectomy for sterilization purposes, CPT code 58661 would be reported and not 58670. Other coding guidance resources have stated that CPT code 58661 would be reported for a disease process and CPT code 58670 would be reported for sterilization.
What is CPT code for laparoscopic hysterectomy?
laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH) set of codes (58570-58573). •This, in addition to the laparoscopic radical hysterectomy with pelvic lymphadenectomy code (58548), is the third set of CPT codes addressing the laparoscopic approach to hysterectomy. •The other CPT code sets are: •laparoscopy with vaginal hysterectomy (LAVH) (58550-58554) and
What is the CPT code for total hysterectomy?
Medical and Surgical.
What is the CPT code for Robotic hysterectomy?
When coding for laparoscopic or robotic procedures, code the standard laparoscopic CPT code, example 58552 for a laparoscopic or robotic vaginal hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g. or less with removal of tube(s) and ovary(s) or as another example 58571 laparoscopic or robot-ic total hysterectomy for uterus 250 g.
What is the CPT code for radical hysterectomy?
•This, in addition to the laparoscopic radical hysterectomy with pelvic lymphadenectomy code (58548), is the third set of CPT codes addressing the laparoscopic approach to hysterectomy.