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    Wiki Penuma Penile Implant Removal

    Hello all, We have been billing for Penuma Penile implants and removals with CPT 55899. However, we have had a couple of infected devices requiring removal, and were wondering if these possibly qualified for CPT 54415? The Code description says "removal of inflatable OR non-inflatable penile...
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    Wiki 19342

    Aetna breast cancer patient had delayed reconstruction so the doctor inserted bilateral implants. I coded 19342 with modifier 50 and aetna only paid for one side, do i need to bill with rt and lt modifiers to receive proper reimbursement? Bcbs pays with modifier 50. We don't have many aetna...
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    Wiki Periodontal packing

    Can someone help me with the code for Periodontal packing or dressing? I looked in HCPCS and the CDT book, and online with no luck. Also, what is the average fee? Thanks!!!
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    Wiki Billing for Implants

    Can the surgeon submit claims for the implants used? If the surgeon supplies the implants and they are not purchased by the ASC, couldn't he submit claims for them? :rolleyes:
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    Wiki Implant billing

    My ASC has always had trouble getting paid for implants.. One problem I am faced with is that it is my understanding Medicare's definition of an implant is a device that replaces a body part. ex- prosthetic hip /knee .... Our payer contracts include the "words" implant reimbursement at a...
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