Ob-Gyn Coding Alert
Reader Question:
Check Your Coding Practices Against This Nexplanon Advice
Published on Wed Jun 04, 2014
Question: What code should I bill for Nexplanon?
Kansas Subscriber
Answer: In 2012, CPT® deleted code 11975 (Insertion, implantable contraceptive capsules), and gave instructions that the replacement code would be 11981 (Insertion, non-biodegradable drug delivery implant). Code 11981 now represents any drug system including contraceptives.
Be sure to include V25.5 (Insertion of implantable subdermal contraceptive) for your diagnosis.
ICD-10: When your diagnosis system changes, you’ll report Z30.49 (Encounter for surveillance of other contraceptives)
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