How does a laparoscopic cautery destroy an oviduct?
How does a laparoscopic cautery destroy an oviduct?
With the assistance of a fiber optic laparoscope, the physician performs laparoscopic electrical cautery destruction of an oviduct with or without completely cutting through the fallopian tubes.
What is the CPT code for abdominal laparoscopy?
Billing Guidelines for CPT CODE 49320. 49320 – Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure) Surgical laparoscopy always includes diagnostic laparoscopy.
How does the Doctor fulgurate the fallopian tubes?
To fulgurate the fallopian tubes, the physician inserts an electric cautery tool or a laser through a third incision adjacent to the fallopian tubes. The physician may cut the tubes and fulgurate the ends.
What does laparoscopy stand for in medical category?
58670 Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration of oviducts (with or without transection) With the assistance of a fiber optic laparoscope, the physician performs laparoscopic electrical cautery destruction of an oviduct with or without completely cutting through the fallopian tubes.
With the assistance of a fiber optic laparoscope, the physician performs laparoscopic electrical cautery destruction of an oviduct with or without completely cutting through the fallopian tubes.
Where does the doctor insert the laparoscope for fulguration?
The physician may first insert an instrument through the vagina to grasp the cervix and manipulate the uterus during surgery. Next, the physician makes a small incision just below the umbilicus through which a fiberoptic laparoscope is inserted.
Billing Guidelines for CPT CODE 49320. 49320 – Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure) Surgical laparoscopy always includes diagnostic laparoscopy.
What is the appropriate CPT code for fulguration of endometriosis?
Appropriate code for fulguration of endometriosis? CPT code 58356 and HCPCS Level II code C2618 would be a good bet.