Wiki removal of foreign body with needle

[MidwestCoder]

I am wondering if there is a CPT code for removal of foreign body with a needle?

This is the procedure note:


Right proximal palm has an object underneath the skin and is tender to the touch. The skin was cleaned with alcohol, a needle was used to get the foreign body out which appeared to be a thistle.

Would 10120 be the correct code to use, or would I just use and E & M code for the visit?

Thank you!

 

[Pam Warren]

It's my understanding that this would be bundled into the E&M. The FB removal code actually states "Incision and removal of foregn body, subcutaneous". To me, " incision" means that they'd use a scalpel, not just a needle.

 

[MidwestCoder]

Thank you!