What is the CPT code for ureteroscopy?

What is the CPT code for ureteroscopy?

However, upon performance of the case, the patient was found to have passed the stone and the patient had undergone a diagnostic ureteroscopy and stent placement (CPT codes 52351, cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; diagnostic and 52332, respectively).

Does CPT code 52234 include biopsy?

Alternative: If your urologist treats a bladder tumor that is larger than 0.5 cm and you report 52234, 52235, or 52240, you may also be able to separately report a bladder biopsy under certain circumstances.

Does CPT code 52214 include biopsy?

Code 52214 is used for fulguration but does not include a biopsy. Codes 52224, 52234, 52235, and 52240 are cystoscopic treatments of bladder tumors based upon size of the tumor.

Can CPT codes 52356 and 52353 be billed together?

Do not report 52356 in conjunction with 52332, 52353 when performed together on the same side. All rates shown are 2016 Medicare national averages; actual rates will vary geographically and/or by individual facility.

What is the difference between 51702 and 51703?

For changing of a urinary catheter use CPT® code 51702 Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; simple (e.g., Foley) or CPT® code 51703 complicated (e.g., altered anatomy, fractured catheter/balloon).

Can 50590 and 52005 be billed together?

Yes, on the CCI it has a “1”, you can bypass with a ’59’ modifier IF you have enough documentation to support the procedure.

Can CPT code 51700 and 51702 be billed together?

Yes these procedures bundle and a modifier is not allowed.

What is the CPT code for antegrade ureteroscopy?

This procedure is reported with CPT code 50431, Injection procedure for antegrade nephrostogram and/or ureterogram, complete diagnostic procedure including imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation; existing access.

What is the CPT code for Cystotomy with insertion of ureteral catheter?

For changing of a suprapubic catheter, use CPT® code 51705 Change of cystotomy tube; simple or CPT® code 51710 complicated.

Does 50590 need a modifier?

Based on the interpretation that the code is all-encompassing for a single encounter, the best way to report the extra effort required for repositioning and treatment of separate stones would be to append modifier –22 to code 50590.