ErinPDX85
Networker
Hi everyone,
I have a question regarding these two codes. I am not sure what to do in a situation where someone presents for impacted cerumen removal and removal is first attempted by a curette (69210), but is unsuccessful. It is then successfully removed by lavage (69209). The CPT book says clearly to not code these together on the same ear, so I need to pick one. As 69210 is more extensive, so I was thinking of doing 69210-52. Thoughts?
Thank you!
Erin
I have a question regarding these two codes. I am not sure what to do in a situation where someone presents for impacted cerumen removal and removal is first attempted by a curette (69210), but is unsuccessful. It is then successfully removed by lavage (69209). The CPT book says clearly to not code these together on the same ear, so I need to pick one. As 69210 is more extensive, so I was thinking of doing 69210-52. Thoughts?
Thank you!
Erin