CPT^® 21501, Under Incision Procedures on the Neck (Soft Tissues) and Thorax

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 21501 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Incision Procedures on the Neck (Soft Tissues) and Thorax.

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A provider performs an incision and drainage procedure in the deep tissues of the neck or chest to relieve pain and pressure from a pocket of blood or pus.

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I&D question

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Without knowing exactly what was done, it is kind of hard to pinpoint but from your description, I would probably look at codes 22110 and 21501 and see if one of these best fits the work you feel was ... [ Read More ]

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I have two axillary procedures that I am having a difficult time with. I've researched the forum and found threads stating axilla falls under thorax. I've attached the notes and would appreciate fe... [ Read More ]

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