HCPro, JustCoding Outpatient - 2017 Issue 43 (October)
Sniffing out the specifics of nasal anatomy for 2018 CPT coding of nasal endoscopies
October 24th, 2017
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Article Overview
This article explains the anatomy background and procedural context coding professionals need to understand before using the revised 2018 CPT surgical nasal endoscopy codes. It is relevant to medical coders, billing staff, and other professionals who work with ENT and sinus procedures and need a high-level overview of the areas and procedure types affected by the update.
Why This Topic Matters
The article helps readers orient themselves to the anatomy and procedure categories behind the 2018 nasal endoscopy revisions so they can better understand the scope of the updated CPT guidance.
Article Sections
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Nasal anatomy
Overview of the nose, nasal cavities, turbinates, meatuses, and sinus anatomy relevant to endoscopic procedures and coding context.
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Nasal endoscopy
General discussion of endoscopic examination and surgical approaches involving the nasal cavities and sinuses, including common clinical contexts and related procedural concepts.
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Codes to report for nasal endoscopies
Summary of the 2018 CPT surgical nasal endoscopy code update, including the types of procedure categories covered and related reporting considerations.
What You Will Learn
- The major anatomic structures of the nose and paranasal sinuses
- How nasal endoscopy fits into evaluation and surgical care
- The general scope of the 2018 CPT nasal endoscopy revisions
- Which procedural categories are emphasized in the updated coding discussion
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Billing specialists
- ENT practice staff
- Revenue cycle professionals
Codes Discussed
Code Ranges Discussed
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