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End the Confusion on This Endopyelotomy Case

Published on Mon May 13, 2024

Question: Which code should I report for ureteroscopic endopyelotomy to treat a ureteropelvic junction stricture? The procedure was completed using ureteroscopy only. I am debating between 50575 and 52345. Both code descriptors sound like they could apply to this scenario. Florida Subscriber Answer: Because your urologist performed the complete procedure via ureteroscopy, you should report code 52345 (Cystourethroscopy with ureteroscopy; with treatment [...]
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