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Old 07-30-2012, 01:50 PM
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Default Dx. colon cancer
I need help with this procedure.
What is the cpt code for ileostomy reversal ?

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Old 07-31-2012, 08:53 AM
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44620 is a "takedown" of an enterostomy. If the doctor also does a resection and anastomosis, use 44625. If the procedure was originally done as a Hartmann type procedure, use 44626.
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Old 08-05-2012, 02:37 PM
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Look at codes 44620-44626. Found in index under "enterostomy"
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