Wiki cpt code 29888 with allograft

[codedog]

ALLOGRAFT that is

Can I bill seperate for an allograft with cpt code 29888?, if so is L8699 a good choice . Its not a medicare patient either .

 

[coderguy1939]

Unless the carrier specifies the use of a HCPCS code, we use a revenue code for the allograft.

 

[codedog]

so coder guy how do you bill it
line 1 with 29888 with a rev code ? what rev code do you use ?

 

[coderguy1939]

We use revenue code 0278 Medical/Surgical Supplies & Devices - Other Implants and it is a separate line on the claim. If you have a contract it may give you the details on which code to use or you can contact the carrier directly.

 

[bethh05]

We bill the 29888 and HCPCS C1762 for the graft.

 

[BFAITHFUL]

I use L8699--- and never had problem besides the carriers wanting a copy of the invoice

 

[Justarose]

29888 with alograft ? What about w/autograft ?

Is there a code for a hamstring autograft ?

I searched everywhere and could not find one ...

Anyone ?

 

[Jamie Dezenzo]

Yes you can use L8699 per carrier and use 278 revenue code.

 

[seslinger]

We do not bill for the graft because all the seminars/ newsletters state the "harvesting or use of a graft is included"

 

[coderguy1939]

A graft harvested from the patient's knee that the surgery is being performed on is included in the procedure. A cadaver graft is billed as a supply either with a rev code or HCPCS depending on the carrier.