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The Correct Code for Flexible Laryngoscopy

Published on Mon Aug 17, 2015

Question: Our otolaryngologist administered a laryngeal injection through a flexible scope. How should I code this?? Minnesota Subscriber  Answer: Your best choice when reporting injections through the operating port of a flexible fiberoptic or flexible distalchip laryngoscope is 31599 (Unlisted procedure, larynx). Here’s why: CPT® includes codes 31570 (Laryngoscopy, direct, with injection into vocal cord[s], therapeutic) and 31571 (Laryngoscopy, direct, with injection [...]
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