Wiki Ambulatory Surgery Center Coding

[jstickels]

We are a Ambulatory Surgery Center. I need to know how to code Intramural cauterization and outfracturing of the inferior turbinates? I have been coding 30930 but I have been getting denials on that code. I am wondering if I should use 30802 instead?

 

[thomas7331]

What are your denials stating is the problem? You have to code based on documentation, not on denials. Most payers have not reviewed the medical records when they deny a claim, so a denial often has nothing to do with coding. Without reviewing your operative notes, no one can advise you on what are correct codes.