May 2007 page 9a
Coding Communication:Surgery: Respiratory System
Question
How do I report CO2 laser treatment
of the nasal surface that was performed in conjunction
with a shave biopsy and dermaplaning
for rhinophyma?
AMA Comment
Code 30120, Excision or surgical planing
of skin of nose for rhinophyma, includes all maneuvers
for use of the laser and knife blade.
Therefore, the CO2 laser treatment and shave
biopsy are considered inclusive components
within code 30120.
Surgery: Respiratory System (May 2007). CPT® Assistant. 2007; May 2007 page 9a
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This May 2007 coding communication from CPT Assistant focuses on a respiratory system surgery scenario involving treatment of the nasal surface in the context of rhinophyma. It is relevant for coders working with surgical CPT guidance and may help readers understand the type of bundled-procedure discussion covered in the article.
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