tci General Surgery Coding Alert - 2022 Issue Q2

GI Procedures: Sort 13 Inguinal Hernia Repair Codes to 1 Correct Choice: Here’s How

See how adding hydrocele removal changes things. If your heart sinks when you see an op report for an inguinal hernia repair, you’re not alone. With so many CPT® codes for the procedure, plus bundling rules, choosing the proper code can seem daunting. Help is here: Let our experts show you how to quickly cut through the code options to zero in on the one code you need for your case. Definition: An inguinal hernia is a protrusion of abdominal contents through a weakness in the abdominal muscles located near the inguinal canal (in the groin region). Step...

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