CPT^® 68705, Under Repair Procedures on the Lacrimal System

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 68705 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Repair Procedures on the Lacrimal System.

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The provider uses cautery to correct an everted, or outwardly turned, punctum. He performed the procedure to treat excessive tearing that results in dry eye and to prevent further complications.

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Coding Question

Could someone help? This is the operative report, the doctor is insisting I use 68705 67950, I don't think that is correct. I am leaning more towards 14060 and 67950 PROCEDURES: 1. Left lower lid Z-pl... [ Read More ]

Help with an Op Report

Could someone help? This is the operative report, the doctor is insisting i use 68705 67950, I don't think that is correct. PROCEDURES: 1. Left lower lid Z-plasty. 2. Left lower lid... [ Read More ]

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