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Wiki Hemorrhoidectomy

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aprillerowland

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My surgeon has a Exam under Anesthesia(45990) and Internal/External Hemorrhoidectomy(46260) listed on the op report. My question is, wouldn't the EUA be part of the procedure and not billable as separate?
Any input would be appreciated.
 
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aprillerowland said:
My surgeon has a Exam under Anesthesia(45990) and Internal/External Hemorrhoidectomy(46260) listed on the op report. My question is, wouldn't the EUA be part of the procedure and not billable as separate?
Any input would be appreciated.
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It depends. If, during a diagnostic anorectal exam, the provider finds hemorrhoids and then subsequently performs a hemorrhoidectomy, you could bill for both with a mod on 45990. (As long as the documentation supports it)
 
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