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The laparoscopic appendectomy CPT codes are 44950, 44960, 44970 & 44979. These codes can be reported for an operative procedure performed to remove an inflamed appendix from the body; appendicitis is an issue. Appendicitis must be treated in an emergency and without delay in this situation.
CPT 44970 refers to a laparoscopic surgical appendectomy procedure. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT code 44970.
CPT code 44970 is for a laparoscopic appendectomy, which is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to remove the appendix. This technique involves making small incisions in the abdomen and using a camera and specialized instruments to perform the surgery, resulting in less pain and quicker recovery compared to traditional open surgery.
Per 2021 NCCI "CPT code 44970 describes a laparoscopic appendectomy and may be reported separately with another laparoscopic procedure code when a diseased appendix is removed. Since removal of a norm...
1 cze 2018 · Coding for laparoscopic appendectomy. A 65-year-old female with a remote history of colon cancer undergoes a laparoscopic cholecystectomy for symptomatic cholelithiasis. A concerning lesion is identified on the liver and a laparoscopic biopsy is performed. How is this coded?
3 kwi 2010 · Study lap appy example: The surgeon performs laparoscopic gallbladder removal (47562, Laparoscopy,surgical; cholecystectomy). While performing that procedure, the surgeon finds appendicitis and removes the appendix as well. You should report 44970 instead of +44955 in this case.
10 kwi 2024 · Laparoscopic Appendectomy for Perforation. Case: A patient undergoes a laparoscopic appendectomy for perforated appendicitis requiring significantly more work than a typical laparoscopic appendectomy. The reportable code is 44970, Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy.
