Question

Removal of a malfunctioning ams 700 inflatable penile prosthesis and all components and implantation of an inflatable multi-component ams tambocor 14 mm diameter 15 mm length with 2 cm rear tip extender bilaterally in the same surgery session. what cpt® code is reported for this service?

Answer 1

54410

Step-by-step explanation:

Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) is a set of hospital procedures such as surgeries, procedures, applications, diagnostics, among other services, all coded. In other words, we can say that the CPT is a coding, which aims to universalize medical procedures, and exchange information about these procedures faster among health professionals. The CPT code used to reference the procedures shown in the above question is 54410.

Answer 2

The procedure can be coded with CPT code 52356 with an LT modfier under cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent. Another one is with CPT code 52352 with modifier 59 and RT modifier under ureter and pelvis transurethral surgical procedures.

The correct answer is 52356-LT, and 52352-59-RT.