CPT^® 15860, Under Other Repair (Closure) Procedures on the Integumentary System

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 15860 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Other Repair (Closure) Procedures on the Integumentary System.

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The provider assesses the blood flow in grafted tissue by injecting an illuminating dye to ensure the graft has an adequate blood supply and will remain healthy.

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[QUOTE="sevolution, post: 197246, member: 66223"] Hello. What codes would you use to code for the use of SPY, the series of injections to administer the flourescent agent, and the imaging and interpre... [ Read More ]

15860

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15860

[QUOTE="blckjnpr, post: 435666, member: 184361"]Hi there, I use an unlisted colon procedure code and compare it to 15860 since it is the vascular flow of the mesentery/intestine, and not a 'flap or gr... [ Read More ]

15860

[QUOTE="kalpana, post: 435349, member: 163043"]Colon rectal surgeons often use a perfusion assessment technique in their cases that employs an IV injection by anesthesia and then visual assessment of ... [ Read More ]

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