Surgery: Digestive System (Q&A) (June 2013)

June 2013 page 13a Surgery: Digestive System Question: How is a laparoscopic greater curvature plication of the stomach (LGCP) performed for bariatric surgery reported? If a laparoscopic banding procedure is performed as well, would this be reported differently? Answer: There is no specific CPT code that accurately describes a laparoscopic greater curvature plication of the stomach (LGCP) performed for bariatric surgery. Therefore, the unlisted code 43659, Unlisted laparoscopy procedure, stomach, should be reported when this is the only procedure performed. If LGCP is performed in conjunction with a laparoscopic gastric banding procedure, this is considered integral to the laparoscopic...

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This June 2013 CPT Assistant digestivesystem Q&A addresses how a specific laparoscopic bariatric stomach procedure is discussed from a coding perspective, including when an unlisted CPT code is referenced and what type of supporting documentation is noted in the guidance. It is intended for coding professionals, billers, and compliance staff who work with surgery and bariatric procedure reporting and want to understand the article’s scope before reading the full premium content.

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Digestive surgery coding often requires careful selection among standard and unlisted reporting options, especially when procedures are performed alongside other bariatric services. This article helps readers determine whether the full discussion is relevant to their coding, documentation, or audit workflow.

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  • The general coding topic addressed in the Q&A
  • How the article frames reporting for a bariatric stomach procedure
  • What kinds of documentation support are mentioned for an unlisted procedure report
  • Whether the discussion involves a concurrent bariatric placement procedure

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  • Medical coders
  • Coding auditors
  • Revenue cycle staff
  • Compliance professionals
  • Bariatric surgery billing staff

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