52005

CPT^® 52005, Under Endoscopy-Cystoscopy, Urethroscopy, Cystourethroscopy Procedures on the Bladder

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 52005 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Endoscopy-Cystoscopy, Urethroscopy, Cystourethroscopy Procedures on the Bladder.

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The provider performs a cystourethroscopy, inspection of the interior areas of the bladder, urethra, and ureteric pelvis; he may or may not irrigate the bladder, instill fluids, or perform imaging of the ureter and renal pelvis. Radiologic services, if performed, should be reported separately.

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[QUOTE="liqgold2@aol.com, post: 512600, member: 729454"] Remember for ureteral stents preop bill 52005 for bilateral ureteral catheters not stents for Medicare and 52005-50 for non Medicare insurance.... [ Read More ]

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I agree. Medicare will pay for unilateral or bilateral retrogrades with code 52005 and one unit in column/box 24G. Private or commercial carriers will pay for bilateral retrogrades with 52005-50 and ... [ Read More ]

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yes, Medicare does not pay for bilateral 52005.... [ Read More ]

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Hi! I'd like a second opinion on how I've coded this procedure. Thanks! 50081-LT 50432-52-LT 52332-50 52005 74420-26 Indication for operation: Bilateral staghorn calculus. Plan for staged bilateral ... [ Read More ]

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I agree; ureteral catheters are passed not ureteral JJ stents. bill 52005 for Medicare for bilateral catheters and 52005-50 for non Medicare payers.... [ Read More ]

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