AMA CPT® Assistant - 2007 Issue 3 (March)
Surgery: Female Genital System (March 2007)
March 2007 page 9c Coding Communication: Surgery: Female Genital System Question What CPT code is used for presacral sympathectomy when no uterine suspension is being performed? AMA Comment If the procedure is performed laparoscopically, it is appropriate to report code 58578 , Unlisted laparoscopy procedure, uterus . If this procedure was performed at laparatomy, code 58410 , Uterine suspension, with or without shortening of round ligaments, with or without shortening of sacrouterine ligaments; (separate procedure) , should be reported with modifier 52, Reduced services , appended. Under certain circumstances a service or procedure is partially reduced or eliminated at the physician's election. Under these...
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Article Overview
This short coding communication from CPT Assistant addresses a female genital system surgical question and the related coding context for different operative approaches. It is intended for coders and billing professionals who need to understand the scope of the guidance and the specific CPT and modifier references discussed in the article.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps readers determine whether the article is relevant to a coding question involving a specific female genital system procedure and associated CPT reporting considerations.
What You Will Learn
- The clinical and coding context of a female genital system surgery question.
- How the article frames the guidance for laparoscopic versus open surgical reporting.
- Which CPT and modifier references are discussed in relation to the scenario.
- The type of coding communication provided by CPT Assistant.
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Billing staff
- Physician practice managers
- Revenue cycle professionals
Codes Discussed
Modifiers Discussed
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