Urology Coding Alert

Hint: Understand type, components, and procedure details for accurate documentation.

When you code for penile implants performed by your urologist to address erectile dysfunction, it’s crucial to thoroughly review the medical documentation and to understand the different types of prostheses. This will allow you to accurately identify the type of prosthesis used and the surgical approach taken.

Read through the following questions to see how well you know your penile prothesis procedures.

Question 1: What codes can you use for penile prosthesis insertion?

Question 2: What’s the difference between inflatable, non-inflatable, and multi-component inflatable implants?

Question 3: How do you code for penile prothesis removal without replacement?

Question 4: How do you code for penile prosthesis repair?

Question 5: How do you code for a removal and replacement of penile prosthesis?

Think you know the answers? Turn to page 5 and find out!