Wiki Does 29835 include removal of loose body?

[jeanenej]

We have billed 29835, 29834 and 24105 (3 different dx). Dr removed 2 loose bodies, one during the arthroscopy w/partial synovectomy, another during the open bursectomy, both measuring 1 x 1 cm. We are receiving denial on 29835. My question is the billing of both 29835 and 29834 redundant or appropriate? Or is something else more appropriate?

Thank you in advance.

 

[BenCrocker]

29834 is included with 29835.

 

[jeanenej]

That was my assumption. Thank you.

 

[BenCrocker]

29835 is an indented code after 29834. The main term is 29834 that's where the definition of the procedure starts. 29835 has the rest of the procedure.