AMA CPT® Assistant - 2014 Issue 10 (October)

Category III Codes (Q&A) (October 2014)

October 2014 page 15 Category III Codes Question: What is the appropriate CPT code to use for a lumbar stabilization procedure performed using intralaminar technology? Answer: Code 0171T, Insertion of posterior spinous process distraction device (including necessary removal of bone or ligament for insertion and imaging guidance), lumbar; single level, is appropriate to report for insertion of an intralaminar device that still allows motion. A minimal decompression when performed and resection of the spinous process, lamina, or facet joint are considered inclusive in code 0171T and would not be reported separately. If the decompression work is significantly more work...

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