Wiki Splenic flexure

[mg65]

My surgeon has been reporting a 44139(release of splenic flexure) with his 50546(lap nephrectomy).
The 44139 specifically says it is an add-on code. My Dr. says he needs to do it to do the 50546.
Can I code it this way? The book is specific about the add on code part.
Anyone...?

 

[TWinsor]

According to the description of the procedure mobilization of the colon is included. Therefore you would not be able to bill separately for the splenic flexure.

 

[mg65]

Where

Where in the description of a 50546 does it refer to the splenic flexer?
Thank you.