Dec 1, 1999 · Often, coders rely on the CPT index when billing for reopening a laparotomy. The index directs them to 49002 (reopening of recent laparotomy). But under certain …

Apr 21, 2015 · Answer: First, determine the > CPT® codes for each aspect of the procedure performed. In this case, 49320 (Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, …

Feb 14, 2013 · Two days later, the surgeon returned the patient to the OR and performed an exploratory laparotomy, abdominal washout, small bowel resection, and ileocolosotmy.

Apr 2, 2008 · Hi, Can someone tell what code(s) is used for Exploratory Laparotomy, Lysis of Adhesions, and release of small -bowel obstruction? I have code 49000 and I believe the lysis …

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 44021 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Incision Procedures on the …

ICD-10-CM Code for Laparoscopic surgical procedure converted to open procedure Z53.31 ICD-10 code Z53.31 for Laparoscopic surgical procedure converted to open procedure is a medical …

Jul 3, 2023 · Thank you. Procedure Performed: Exploratory laparotomy, hematoma evacuation and pelvic irrigation Specimen: none Findings: 2 large pelvic hematoma collections, one was …

Sep 1, 1999 · Answer: A mini-laparotomy consists of making a small incision at one of the trocar sites when laparoscopy is performed to remove part of the contents out of the pelvic cavity to …

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 58925 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Excision Procedures on the Ovary.

Mar 19, 2008 · Referencing the question about Exploratory Laparotomy with Left Salpingo-oophorectomy. The reason for the Exploratory Laparotomy was due to fever of unkown origin …