hwilcox07
Networker
What CPT code would I use for an "Exam Under Anesthesia" of a lesion/abscess in buttock for dx confirmation? Patient had excision with primary closure same day. Thanks for any and all advice
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Wiki Exam under anesthesia - What CPT code
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tcooper@nmhs.net
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The code for Exam under Anesthesia is 45990 but I believe it will be bundled into your excision code. I know that 46220 and 45990 cannot be billed together. I would check the NCCI Edits for the code you billed for the excision and make sure it is not bundled. Hope this helps.
Teresa
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