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Q: When is a neuroendocopy procedure reported as an Excision as opposed to an Inspection in ICD-10-PCS?

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Our experts answer questions about CPT coding for arthroscopic biceps tenotomy and modifier -22 usage for physician services coding.

Q: A patient with a history of prostatic hypertrophy and dysuria receives a laparoscopic prostatectomy conducted with robotic assistance. Which CPT code would be used to report this?

Q: A patient with fatty liver disease undergoes ultrasound cavitation. What diagnoses are treated using ultrasound cavitation and how is the procedure reported in ICD-10-PCS?

Q: Which CPT code would be reported for an emergency department (ED) visit for an asthma patient experiencing exacerbated symptoms and released with a prescription for treatment?

Q: How is the Insertion of a biventricular cardiac pacemaker reported in ICD-10-PCS?

Q: A surgeon performed an arthroscopic biceps tenotomy on a patient, but I cannot find a CPT code for it. How would I report it?

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