Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Procedures (November 2007)

November 2007 pages 1-3 Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Procedures Of the approximately 600,000 hysterectomies performed in the United States each year, 15% to 20% are performed laparoscopically. Of this latter group, approximately 15% are supracervical. Back to Basics Hysterectomy is a surgical procedure in which all (ie, a total hysterectomy) or a portion, (eg, a supracervical hysterectomy), of the uterus is removed. A hysterectomy is often performed in conjunction with the removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s), which is called. A laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy describes removal of the uterine fundus (body) leaving the cervix in place. Common Indications for Laparoscopic Supracervical...

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Article Overview

This CPT Assistant article discusses laparoscopic hysterectomy procedures and the coding framework introduced in CPT 2007. It focuses on broad procedure categories, related operative scenarios, and the relationship between laparoscopic hysterectomy codes and other commonly referenced gynecologic and lymph node procedure codes. The article is relevant to coders, billers, and compliance staff working in gynecology and surgical coding.

Why This Topic Matters

It helps readers understand which laparoscopic hysterectomy procedure categories are addressed in the 2007 CPT update and what kinds of related procedures are discussed alongside them. That makes it useful for identifying whether a case falls within the article’s scope before reviewing the full premium content.

Article Sections

  1. November 2007 pages 1-3

    Introductory material on laparoscopic hysterectomy procedures and the general coding context for the article.

  2. Back to Basics

    Background information on hysterectomy procedure types and terminology used in the discussion.

  3. Common Indications for Laparoscopic Supracervical Hysterectomy

    General clinical reasons discussed in relation to laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy.

  4. New for CPT 2007

    Overview of the CPT 2007 updates related to laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy procedures.

  5. Description of Procedure (58541)

    A procedural walkthrough associated with one laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy code and the operative steps described in the article.

  6. Description of Procedure (58543)

    A procedural walkthrough associated with another laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy code and the operative steps described in the article.

  7. Coding Tip

    General coding guidance discussing related procedures referenced as part of the laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy discussion.

  8. CPT Codes 58550 and 58552 vs 58541-58544

    Comparison of related laparoscopic hysterectomy code groups and the broader distinctions discussed by the article.

  9. Laparoscopic Radical Hysterectomy

    Background on laparoscopic radical hysterectomy and the procedural and clinical context for the related CPT discussion.

  10. Description of Procedure (58548)

    A procedural walkthrough associated with the laparoscopic radical hysterectomy code described in the article.

  11. Coding Tip

    General coding guidance discussing related procedures referenced in connection with laparoscopic radical hysterectomy.

What You Will Learn

  • The broad categories of laparoscopic hysterectomy procedures addressed in the article
  • Which CPT 2007 hysterectomy code groups are discussed
  • How the article frames related gynecologic and lymph node procedures in the coding discussion
  • The general operative and clinical context presented for the featured procedures

Who Should Read This

  • Medical coders
  • Billing professionals
  • Gynecology coding specialists
  • Compliance staff
  • Revenue cycle professionals

Codes Discussed

Code Ranges Discussed


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