April 2006 page 19d
Digestive System Intestines (Except Rectum), 44204, 44213, 00051 (Q&A)
Question
What code(s) should be reported for
a laparoscopic take-down of the splenic flexure
and a partial colectomy with anastomosis?
AMA Comment
Code 44204, Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy,
partial, with anastomosis, and add-on code
44213, Laparoscopy, surgical, mobilization (takedown)
of splenic flexure performed in conjunction
with partial colectomy (List separately in addition to
primary procedure), should be reported. Multiple
procedures modifier 51 should not be appended
to code 44213 because add-on codes are exempt
from the multiple procedure concept.
Digestive System Intestines (Except Rectum), 44204, 44213...
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This article presents a brief CPT Assistant question-and-answer item focused on surgery of the intestines excluding the rectum. It addresses how the topic is discussed in the context of laparoscopic colorectal procedures and accompanying reporting guidance. The piece is relevant to surgical coders, auditors, and revenue cycle staff working with CPT-based digestive system procedures.
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April 2006 page 19d
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