Wiki Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion

[kibbit99]

We are trying to precert this. What code shall we use?

Thanks,

Kim, CPC

 

[kibbit99]

I am thinking it is 0195T?

 

[jrsweet]

We are trying to precert this. What code shall we use?

Thanks,

Kim, CPC

Where is fusion being done (level) -- which anterior or posterier?

 

[RebeccaWoodward*]

The XLIF (extreme lateral interbody fusion) is typically reported using 22558.

 

[kibbit99]

I also had the 22558 code in mind, but it is for an anterior approach. The precert staff will be asking more info from the physician.

Thanks again,

Kim, CPC

 

[RebeccaWoodward*]

PLIF and TLIF=22630
XLIF and DLIF=22558

Just an fyi...

 

[kibbit99]

Great!

Thanks for all of your help!

Kim, CPC