Urology RoundUp: Select the correct cystectomy code

Why This Topic Matters

Accurate selection of cystectomy-related procedure codes affects claim accuracy, relative value assignment, and consistency when documentation includes urinary diversion or neobladder reconstruction. The article is relevant to coders working with urology operative reports and historical crosswalk references.

Article Sections

1. Cystectomy code comparison

   Introduces the coding question and frames the comparison between two CPT options for complete bladder surgery with reconstruction.

2. CPT code discussion

   Summarizes the broad operative differences discussed in the article between the two CPT procedures and their associated surgical reconstruction concepts.

3. ICD-9 Coding Clinic example

   Presents a historical Coding Clinic question and answer involving urinary reconstruction, bowel isolation, and ureteral stenting in an ICD-9 procedure context.

4. Crosswalk note

   Notes the relationship between an ICD-9 procedure code and a CPT cystectomy code.