tci General Surgery Coding Alert - 2001 Issue 9

Breast Procedure FAQ: Solutions for Common Coding Dilemmas

Although breast procedures are common, they still present coding challenges. These procedures can vary widely (from punch biopsy to complete mastectomy), as can the methods and technology used to diagnose and treat breast tumors, masses or other lesions. Coding can be simplified, however, by answering the following questions:  1. The surgeon performed a breast biopsy followed by a modified radical mastectomy. How do I select the right breast biopsy codes? Is the biopsy bundled with the mastectomy?  Many biopsy codes are bundled with lumpectomy and mastectomy codes in the national Correct Coding Initiative (CCI). But this does...

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