Ob-Gyn Coding Alert
Know Your Endometrial Terminology
The following definitions are found in Stedman's Medical Dictionary (Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins Publishers, 2002). Ablation Removal of a body part or the destruction of its function, as by a surgical procedure, morbid process, or noxious substance. Cryocautery Any substance, such as liquid nitrogen or carbon dioxide snow, or a low-temperature instrument, the application of which causes destruction of tissue by freezing. Endometrial ablation Therapeutic selective endometrial destruction. Endometrium The mucous membrane comprising the inner layer of the uterine wall; it consists of a simple columnar epithelium and a lamina propria that contains simple tubular uterine glands. The structure, thickness, and state of the endometrium undergo marked change with the menstrual cycle. Hysteroscope An endoscope used in direct visual examination of the uterine cavity. Thermal Pertaining to heat.
Ob-Gyn Coding Alert
- Two Codes Are the Keys to Reporting New Endometrial Ablation Techniques
" New methods for endometrial ablation are here or on the horizon, and although they [...] - Know the Treatment Options for Endometrial Ablation
Knowing the new treatment options for endometrial ablation will allow you to more clearly assign [...] - Clear Up Confusion About Cord Blood Harvesting
Although more and more expectant mothers request that their ob-gyns collect cord blood at the [...] - Reader Question:
Ligation Complicates Laparoscopic LSO
Question: What is the procedure code for laparo-scopic left salpingo-oophorectomy with ligation of an arterial [...] - Reader Question:
Determine Each Aspect of Multiple Procedures
Question: How should I code the following: diagnostic laparoscopy open, exploratory laparotomy, excision of left [...] - You Be the Coder:
Modifiers Make the Difference for Twin Amnio
Test your coding knowledge. Determine how you would code this situation before looking at the [...] - Reader Question:
Endometrioma Resection Includes Laparoscopy
Question: My ob-gyn performed a laparoscopy, exploratory laparotomy and left ovarian endometrioma resection. Should I [...] - Reader Question:
McCall Coding Presents Options
Question: My ob-gyn performed a vaginal hysterectomy with anteroposterior repair, McCall culdoplasty and perineorrhaphy. How [...] - Reader Question:
Exact Coding Is Key for Multiple Procedures
Question: The physician performed an exploratory laparotomy with lysis of adhesions, left ureterolysis, and left [...] - Reader Question:
Preventive Care Codes Include Counseling
Question: A patient came in for her annual exam and spent additional time with the [...] - Reader Question:
One Visit Does Not Equal Global Ob
Question: We have an ob patient who had only one visit with our physician before [...] - Know Your Endometrial Terminology
The following definitions are found in Stedman's Medical Dictionary (Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins Publishers, 2002). [...] - Clarification:
Using Vital Signs for Examination or Review of Systems
A few readers have asked for clarification of a coding tip that appeared as part [...]
