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CPT® 45397, Under Excisional Laparoscopic Procedures on the Rectum

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code 45397 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Excisional Laparoscopic Procedures on the Rectum.

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Using laparoscopic techniques, the provider removes the entire rectum, pulls up the anus and attaches it to the end of the colon, and creates a pouch of colon for collection of feces. In addition, he may incise the small intestine, attach it to the wall of the abdomen, and create an opening outside of the body to divert feces until the anastomosis has had time to heal. 

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Hello here is what I am coming up with not sure if can bill together though: 45395 and 45400 below are from the 2022 Coder Desk Reference for procedures by Optum 360 45395-45397 With the patient unde... [ Read More ]
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[COLOR="red"][/COLOR]Hi- I need opinions please! I'm thinking [I]maybe 45397-52[/I]? No 44213 if 45397 is used. [B]I removed parts of this report since it was so long & highlight what I think were ... [ Read More ]
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