Wiki Laparascopic Component Separation

[vazmc@aol.com]

Our doctor performs Laparascopic Component Separation with ventral hernia repairs on occasion. There is an open procedure, 15734, but no laparascopic one. I would use unlisted laparascopic procedure, but there is no unlisted lap procedure code for grafts and flaps. What would be the correct way to report this?
Maria

 

[cynthiabrown]

I have never heard of doc doing component seperation laparoscopically.. Seems like the very nature of procedured dictates open

 

[vazmc@aol.com]

Yes, unfortunately he has done two laparascopically so far, so I have to find a way to get them paid.

 

[cynthiabrown]

wow!!!! think you will have to go with unlisted equivalent to 15734.....is that the right code??? don't have my book here