"CPT 29826 cannot be coded with 23440. 29826 is an add-on code and can only be combined with the codes listed as parent codes."

[shortee3810]

"CPT 29826 cannot be coded with 23440. 29826 is an add-on code and can only be combined with the codes listed as parent codes." Can anyone tell me where I can find the information that supports this statement about 29826 cannot be coded with 23440?

 

[iowagirl77]

Just under the code description for 29826 in the CPT manual it states 'Use 29826 in conjunction with 29806-29825, 29827, 29828'. Those are the only primary codes that can be used with this add-on code.

 

[sls314]

Just under the code description for 29826 in the CPT manual it states 'Use 29826 in conjunction with 29806-29825, 29827, 29828'. Those are the only primary codes that can be used with this add-on code.

Yep, exactly what iowagirl77 said - that's directly from the CPT book.

CPT 29826 is an add-on procedure, and there's a Code First note that it must be billed with primary code 29806-29825, 29827-29828. My CPT book isn't with me today, but here's a screenshot from EncoderPro:

 

[amyjph]

Read the front of the CPT book introduction section, "Add-on Codes". Also, see Appendix D.

 

[shortee3810]

Ok, thank you everyone.