Has anyone billed for debridement of Achilles tendon with Topaz microdebrider?
I have reviewed coding/billing info. provided by the company as well as several articles regarding the use of this tool.....and they suggest you use code 27654, however, I have also reviewed several payor policies on the use of Topaz(coblation) tool and they all consider this "experimental" and non covered.
I feel using the 27654 is "hiding" the fact that it was done using this tool, and hoping they dont ask for the op.
I was leaning towards unlisted.......does anyone have any experience with this procedure??
I have reviewed coding/billing info. provided by the company as well as several articles regarding the use of this tool.....and they suggest you use code 27654, however, I have also reviewed several payor policies on the use of Topaz(coblation) tool and they all consider this "experimental" and non covered.
I feel using the 27654 is "hiding" the fact that it was done using this tool, and hoping they dont ask for the op.
I was leaning towards unlisted.......does anyone have any experience with this procedure??