Otolaryngology Coding Alert
Reader Question:
Choose From 42330-42340 for Salivary Stone Removal
Published on Tue Aug 19, 2014
Question: Please provide me with the correct CPT® codes for when the physician uses micro burr for salivary stones.
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Answer: You should choose from the following range of codes depending on the location/depth and complexity of the procedure:
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