CPT® Code 49421 - Tunneled Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 49421 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Tunneled Intraperitoneal Catheter …
tenckhoff catheter | Medical Billing and Coding Forum - AAPC
Jan 22, 2009 · Tenckhoff catheter any of several types commonly used in peritoneal dialysis, having end and side holes and one or more extraperitoneal felt cuffs making a bacteria-tight …
Wiki - tunneled peritoneal paracentesis | Medical Billing and
Jan 29, 2009 · Hi, How to code US AND FLUORO guidance for this procedure,Is the procedure code 49420 please confirm. Procedure: Ultrasound and fluoroscopically guided placement of a …
Wiki - peritoneal dialysis catheter - AAPC
Apr 8, 2009 · Via an 18 French peel-away sheath, the Tenckhoff catheter was advanced until the subcutaneous cuff resides in the middle of the tunnel. The peelaway sheath was removed, …
Coding Percutaneous Drainage Procedures - AAPC
Jul 1, 2025 · Drain the confusion and improve the flow of your claims. Percutaneous drainage is a minimally invasive procedure used to remove fluid buildup from the Drain the confusion and …
What's the Code for Lap Catheter Placement? : You Be the Coder
Jan 9, 2006 · Question: How can we report placement of a laparoscopic Tenckhoff dialysis catheter? Oregon Subscriber Answer: Unfortunately, you won't find a code for laparoscopic …
Catheter Removal : Urology | Reader Question - AAPC
Sep 1, 2000 · If this is a permanent catheter (e.g., Tenckhoff), code 49421 (insertion of intraperitoneal cannula or catheter for drainage or dialysis; permanent) should be reported for …
Coding Lysis of Adhesions - AAPC Knowledge Center
Oct 15, 2015 · Depending on the time and effort involved, lysis of adhesions might be billed separately. This articles explains how to best code.
Wiki - Tenckhoff Catheter Revision | Medical Billing and Coding
Feb 19, 2018 · I have a question on billing for the repositioning of a Tenckhoff catheter. Can I bill for the removal and new placement since he removed the catheter and reinserted it.
CPT® Code 49324 - Laparoscopic Procedures on the Abdomen
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 49324 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Laparoscopic Procedures on the …