Urology Coding Alert
When a urologist performs a prostate specific antigen (PSA) test in the presence of signs [...]
Urology coders get confused about coding for catheterization because there are four possible [...]
Per the CCI edits, urologists cannot bill CPT 52005 (cystourethroscopy, with ureteral [...]
Counseling
Question: Some of our patients require a lot of time with the physician before deciding [...]
The NeoControl Pelvic Floor Therapy System, a new therapy for stress and urge incontinence in [...]
Stent Placement
Question: How can we get paid for placing a stent (52332) during the postoperative [...]
C-arm Fluoroscopy
Question: Can we get more payment from C-arm fluoroscopy?
New Jersey Subscriber
Answer: Whether by C-arm [...]
Surgical Tray Charge
Question: Can I charge for a surgical tray (HCPCS A4550) to private payers when [...]
Uroflow Studies
Question: What is the difference between complex and simple uroflow studies?
Georgia Subscriber
Answer: Simple uroflow [...]
Bladder Scan
Question: What is the correct code for a bladder scan? Should we bill for the [...]
Cystourethroscopy and Urodynamics Testing
Question: If my physician performs a cystoureth-roscopy, and then does urodynamics testing during the same [...]
Global Surgical Fee
Question: What does the global surgical fee entail? For example, when we bill a surgery, [...]