CPT^® 42892, Under Excision and Destruction Procedures on the Pharynx, Adenoids, and Tonsils

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 42892 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Excision and Destruction Procedures on the Pharynx, Adenoids, and Tonsils.

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The provider removes a portion of the lateral pharyngeal wall or piriform sinus. He closes the wound by advancing the lateral and posterior pharyngeal walls.

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Without seeing the full op note, why this is being performed and everything performed in the detail, I have to go with Tiaralady6466’s suggestion, 42892, Resection of lateral pharyngeal wall or pyri... [ Read More ]

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[QUOTE="hallansmom, post: 475320, member: 417973"] I am hoping someone can help me. Is the Posterior Pharyngeal Wall Augmentation included in the Palatoplasty procedure? "The patient was placed in ... [ Read More ]

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