• If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ & read the forum rules. To view all forums, post or create a new thread, you must be an AAPC Member. If you are a member and have already registered for member area and forum access, you can log in by clicking here. If you've forgotten the password it can be reset on our sign in section by entering your registered Email Address or Username here. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below..

Wiki removal and replacement of penile prosthesis

Create Wiki
J

jcrahan13

Guest
Messages
31
Best answers
0
I need some help coding the removal and replacement of a multi component penile prosthesis. The surgeon removed and replaced the pump and cylinders but not the reservoir. I though I would append modifier 52 since he did not remove and replace all components (pump, cylinders, and reservoir) however the surgeon is stating that because he removed and replaced the 2 main parts of the prosthesis, the cylinders and pump, that it wouldn't require modifier 52. I cannot find any rules on this. Do you only append modifier 52 when just one component is removed and replaced?
 
Do you know where I can find this in writing besides the CPT book code description to be able to show him?
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Top