Urology Coding Alert
Reader Question:
Dilation + Replacement = Complicated
Published on Fri Dec 18, 2015
Question: We are looking for a CPT® code for cystoscopy and dilatation of suprapubic urostomy site and cystostomy tube replacement. None of our coders are able to find a code. Can you help?
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Answer: First, report 52000 (Cystourethroscopy [separate procedure]) for the cystoscopy. Use this code whether your urologist performs the endoscopy via the urethra or via a cystostomy site.
Then, report 51710 (Change of cystostomy tube; complicated) for the replacement of the cystostomy tube. This cystostomy tube change is a complicated replacement because of the initial dilation of the cystostomy site.
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