What is the difference between 45378 and 45380?

What is the difference between 45378 and 45380?

A family of CPT codes applies to colonoscopy. For example, code 45378 applies to a colonoscopy in which no polyp is detected, while codes 45380-45385 apply to colonoscopy that involves an intervention (e.g., 45385 is the code for colonoscopy with polypectomy.)

Does CPT 45378 require a modifier?

CPT code 45378 is the base code for a colonoscopy without biopsy or other interventions. Medicare has a separate modifier for situations in which polyps are found and removed during a screening colonoscopy. In these instances, the correct CPT code is used (for example, 45385), but with modifier PT.

Can CPT code 45378 and 45380 be billed together?

The physician bills for codes 45380 and 45385. The value of codes 45380 and 45385 have the value of the diagnostic colonoscopy (45378) built in. When multiple procedures are performed at the same session by the same individual, the primary procedure or service may be reported as listed.

Can CPT codes 45380 and 45384 be billed together?

“From a CPT perspective codes 45384 and 45385-51 can be reported together on the same date of service. Both codes can be reported because two separate lesions were removed by two different techniques.”

What does 45378 mean?

CPT code 45378 is the base code for a colonoscopy without biopsy or other interventions. It includes brushings or washings, if performed. It includes brushings or washings, if performed. This modifier also may be appended to therapeutic colonoscopies, such as 45385 (colonoscopy, with removal of tumor, polyp, or other lesion by snare technique).

What is the CPT code for procedure?

CPT stands for Current Procedural Terminology and are published by the American Medical Association. Ranging from 00100 to 99499, the CPT codes are used to describe medical, surgical, and diagnostic services and procedures.

What is Procedure Code 45385?

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code 45385 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range – Endoscopy Procedures on the Rectum.

What is CPT 45381?

CPT 45381, Under Endoscopy Procedures on the Rectum. The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code 45381 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range – Endoscopy Procedures on the Rectum.