AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-9 - 1989 First Quarter
Other Procedures for Removal of Ureteral Stone(s)
A two-step procedure may be carried out where it is necessary to perform a ureteral catheterization to manipulate a ureteral stone back into the renal pelvis, 59.8. The second step is that of a percutaneous nephrostomy with fragmentation of stone, 55.04, which includes an insertion of a catheter down into the ureter for passage of fragmented stones. Ureteral catheterization with manipulation of ureteral stone back to the renal pelvis, 59.8, may be followed by either percutaneous nephrostomy with fragmentation of stone(s), 55.04, or by extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, 59.96. (Effective October 1, 1989, extracorporeal...
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Article Overview
This premium article covers procedure coding references for ureteral stone management, including related catheter-based manipulation, fragmentation, shock wave lithotripsy, and ureteroscopic removal. It is intended for coders, billers, and revenue cycle staff who need to recognize which procedure categories are discussed and how the article frames the related coding references over time.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding the procedure categories and code references in this article helps users quickly assess whether the content is relevant to urinary tract stone removal coding and historical code assignment changes.
What You Will Learn
- The broad procedure categories discussed for ureteral stone removal
- How the article references related stone management approaches
- What general coding areas are involved in the described procedures
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- Medical coders
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