I have a provider who removed a Lap Band (43774) and then performed a Gastric Bypass
(43644). When discussing this case with the doctor he feels we should use a revision Gastric Bypass code (43848), however this patient has never had a Gastric Bypass before. Wouldn't it be appropriate to use CPT 43644?????
I hate to challenge the doctors but this one I have to have all my ducks in a row before reviewing it with him again. Also... he likes to bill what ever gives the highest RVU
lets just say it makes me cringe when he says that. It does not matter it is what you perform....(done venting now!)
dlm
(43644). When discussing this case with the doctor he feels we should use a revision Gastric Bypass code (43848), however this patient has never had a Gastric Bypass before. Wouldn't it be appropriate to use CPT 43644?????
I hate to challenge the doctors but this one I have to have all my ducks in a row before reviewing it with him again. Also... he likes to bill what ever gives the highest RVU
dlm