CPT^® 44140, Under Excision Procedures on the Intestines (Except Rectum)

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 44140 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Excision Procedures on the Intestines (Except Rectum).

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The provider surgically removes a portion of the colon and then reconnects the cut ends of the colon to restore continuity.

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Open appendectomy with partial cecectomy

Depending on the path report, I think I would go with 44140 (supported by diagnosis) and 44955. I've actually had this scenario not too long ago and, in researching, found this link. I think it explai... [ Read More ]

Coding for procedures - Please see OP note

Would like to know if these codes are correct with the Op note enclosed or would you change or delete a code? We were going to use Cpt's: 44140, 49020, 44602 and 44139 DX Codes: K57.20, K65.1 & S31.... [ Read More ]

Decision For Surgery Modifier (57)

We frequently have a scenario similar to the one below and needing advice to get all visits paid. 09/01/2020 Admit(further workup ordered) CPT: 99222 09/02/2020 Subsequent Visit (Decision for surger... [ Read More ]

Can you code Partial colectomy w/ small bowel resection

For the codes provided, 44140, 44120, there is no CCI edit and I would not put -59. I have limited experience with GI surgery, but it would seem to not be an issue. It seems the colectomy is done on... [ Read More ]

Can you code Partial colectomy w/ small bowel resection coding advice needed colectomy cpt 44140

please help ;) Can you code for both an open or Lap partial colectomy w/ anastomosis and small bowel resection together? if so, do you add modifier 59 on resection? We are having trouble with reimburs... [ Read More ]

Complicated case

Can someone assist me with CPT codes for this Op Report? I need assistance with CPT code for Excision of Roux-en-Y anastomosis with reconstruction (thinking of billing as Small Bowel Resection since R... [ Read More ]

Partial Colectomy w/ anastomosis and small bowel resection coding advice needed insurance denial

please help ;) Can you code for both an open partial colectomy w/ anastomosis and small bowel resection? if so, do you add modifier 59 on resection? We are having trouble with reimbursement for both... [ Read More ]

Open right colectomy and cholecystectomy

Hello, I am not use to coding colectomies, I am reviewing 44140, 44144, 44160. I know that I will code 47600 for the cholecystectomy. Any help on the colectomy will be appreciated. Thanks in advance... [ Read More ]

Colectomy Advice, modifier 52?

Hello, I am wondering if I should code as 44140-52, 44139? I don't see an anastomosis. Any thoughts are appreciated. Thank you Procedure(s): Sigmoid Colectomy, omentectomy, release splenic flexure ... [ Read More ]

Colectomy-Need Opinion :)

Hi, What about 44143? this is the hartman procedure 44145 indicates low pelvic anastomosis 44140 indicates a colectomy with anastomosis performed Good Luck!... [ Read More ]

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