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AHA Coding Clinic® for HCPCS - 2023 Issue 1; Ask the Editor

Hysteroscopy with IUD removal and insertion

A patient presented for hysteroscopic removal of their intrauterine device (IUD). On examination in the office, the IUD strings could not be visualized in the vagina or passing through the cervix; therefore, the device could not be retrieved in the office setting. The provider indicated the reasons for the surgery were IUD complication/malposition. The patient was taken to the operating room and placed in dorsal spine position. A weighted speculum was placed posteriorly with a Deaver retractor placed anteriorly. The cervix was grasped at its anterior lip with a single tooth tenaculum. Using Hegar dilators, the cervix was dilated to 6 mm. Using a hysteroscope; the IUD was then retrieved in its entirety endoscopically, without complications. A new IUD was inserted without difficulty; string visible and trimmed. All instruments were then removed patient was taken recovery room in stable condition. Does documentation of an IUD complication requiring hysteroscopic removal support the assignment of CPT code 58562, Hysteroscopy, surgical; with removal of impacted foreign body even though embedment/impaction was not specifically stated? What are the correct CPT code(s) for reporting the hysteroscopic removal and insertion of the IUD in this case? ...

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