Eye and Ocular Adnexa (August 2004)

August 2004 page 10b Coding Consultation: Questions and Answers Eye and Ocular Adnexa, 67912 (Q&A) Question A patient undergoes a gold weight exchange. In this case, the tarsal plate is dissected to reveal the gold weight implant, which is then removed. Immediately following the removal, new weights are inserted and sutured to the tarsal plate. Is the removal and subsequent reinsertion of the new weights encompassed in code 67912 , or would a separate code be required for the removal? AMA Comment Based upon this specific scenario, it would be appropriate to report code 67912 , Correction of lagophthalmos, with...

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This article presents an AMA Coding Consultation question and comment focused on eye and ocular adnexa coding. It is intended for coding professionals who need to understand the scope of the discussion around a specific eyelid implant exchange scenario, the CPT code referenced, and the modifier mentioned in the context of a reoperative service.

Why This Topic Matters

The article helps readers identify how a specific ophthalmic procedural scenario is discussed in AMA guidance and why the reportable code selection may be affected by the nature of the work performed.

Article Sections

  1. Coding Consultation: Questions and Answers

    A question-and-answer discussion addressing a coding scenario involving the eye and ocular adnexa. The section presents AMA commentary on reporting considerations for the described service.

What You Will Learn

  • How an AMA coding consultation frames a specific eye and ocular adnexa scenario
  • What general topics are addressed when a procedure involves eyelid implant exchange
  • How modifier-related guidance is discussed in the context of a reoperative service
  • How CPT assistant Q&A articles present coding questions and official comments

Who Should Read This

  • CPT coding professionals
  • ophthalmology and oculoplastics billers
  • medical coding educators
  • revenue cycle staff supporting eye surgery services

Codes Discussed

Modifiers Discussed


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