What is the proper coding for these procedures related to chronic sinusitis of the maxillary ethmoid and sphenoid sinuses?
Both CPT® and the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) consider 31295 to be an inclusive component of 31256 Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy and 31267 Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus.
What is the CPT codes for nasal endoscopy with polypectomy?
If there is endoscopic nasal/sinus debridement (ie, removal of necrotic material or tissue, not just suctioning mucus or pus), 31237-Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure) may be reported.
What is a bilateral maxillary Antrostomy?
WHAT IS A MAXILLARY ANTROSTOMY? The maxillary sinuses are located under your cheekbones. When they become blocked and no longer drain properly, an infection can develop. Often, the sinus opening itself becomes blocked, too. The procedure to clear the sinus opening is called a maxillary antrostomy.
What are Current Procedural Terminology codes?
Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) is a medical code set that is used to report medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures and services to entities such as physicians, health insurance companies and accreditation organizations. CPT codes are used in conjunction with ICD-9-CM or ICD-10-CM numerical…
What is the CPT code?
A CPT code is a five-digit numeric code with no decimal marks, although some have four numbers and one letter. Codes are uniquely assigned to different actions.
What does CPT code 33519 stand for?
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 33519 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range – Combined Arterial-Venous Grafting for Coronary Bypass.
What are the medical billing codes?
The ICD-9 or ICD-10 and CPT medical billing codes are used by insurers to determine the amount to reimburse a provider for the services they performed on the patient. Since use of these codes is universal, every provider uses the same codes for the same services.