CPT 2011:
37228-+37235 Provide a 3-Vessel Approach for Tibial/ Peroneal Claims
Published on Thu Mar 03, 2011
Prevent refund requests by understanding proper coding for TP trunk services.If you've got a handle on the new iliac and femoral/popliteal revascularization codes, you're on your way to mastering the tibial/peroneal codes, as well. But this last group has rules all its own. Here's what you need to know.Reminder: This article will focus on the tibial/peroneal codes 37228-+37235. "37220 to +37223 Create an All New Iliac Intervention Coding World" in Radiology Coding Alert, vol. 13, no. A, discussed the iliac codes, and "37224-37227 Revolutionize Your Femoral/Popliteal Coding Options" in vol. 13, no. 3, explained the femoral/popliteal codes.Initial/Additional Designation Is Key to AccuracyThe new tibial/peroneal service codes are below. Note that all of the codes include angioplasty in the same vessel when that service is performed.Initial vessel: The first four codes apply to the initial tibial or peroneal vessel treated in a single leg:Angioplasty: 37228 -- Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial/peroneal [...]