I am confused, I have many tools to utilize for research the above - per AMA CPT Professional 2011 the above codes are allowed together, as the list under 69990 does not include 63030 as a procedure that includes 69990 as an inclusive component. When I search NCCI Column 1/Column 2 Edits it is showing 69990 is not allowed and modifier not permitted as well.
Per the AMA CPT Network site - 69990 states all the codes listed within the AMA CPT Manual under the italic portion are considered to have the operating microscope as an inclusive component. If all is correct, then why is CCI saying "NEVER RULE" applies and considers 69990 inclusive to 63030?
Per the AMA CPT Network site - 69990 states all the codes listed within the AMA CPT Manual under the italic portion are considered to have the operating microscope as an inclusive component. If all is correct, then why is CCI saying "NEVER RULE" applies and considers 69990 inclusive to 63030?