Surgery: Respiratory System (Q&A) (April 2012)

April 2012 page 17a Surgery: Respiratory System Question: What is the appropriate CPT code to report the control of epistaxis by way of a nasal clamp (clip)? Answer: Placement of a nasal clamp (clip) is included in the appropriate level Evaluation and Management (E/M) code. Surgery: Respiratory System (Q&A) (April 2012). CPT® Assistant. 2012; April 2012 page 17a ...

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Article Overview

This brief April 2012 CPT Assistant Q&A focuses on respiratory system coding questions related to epistaxis management. It is aimed at medical coders and billing professionals who need to understand how this type of service is discussed in the context of CPT and E/M reporting.

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  1. April 2012 page 17a

    A short question-and-answer discussion from CPT Assistant covering a respiratory system coding topic and related reporting considerations.

What You Will Learn

  • How a respiratory system Q&A article frames a common coding question
  • The general relationship between a minor clinical maneuver and evaluation and management reporting
  • How CPT Assistant educational content can clarify coding interpretation for epistaxis-related services
  • What kinds of services are discussed in the context of respiratory system coding guidance

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  • Medical coders
  • Billing staff
  • Compliance professionals
  • Physician practices
  • Coding educators

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