lisner1204
Networker
My two docs disagree on a coding issue. Can you gurus help?
Polypectomy done with a cold biopsy forcep. 45384 or 45380 ?
Their logic...One says 45384 can be done hot or cold regardless of what the CPT book states because it is a "removal of a polyp by biopsy forceps".
One says no. The CPT book states HOT biopsy forceps. He charges codes 45380 when cold.
I don't know. Please help with what you think and your logic. Thanks!
Polypectomy done with a cold biopsy forcep. 45384 or 45380 ?
Their logic...One says 45384 can be done hot or cold regardless of what the CPT book states because it is a "removal of a polyp by biopsy forceps".
One says no. The CPT book states HOT biopsy forceps. He charges codes 45380 when cold.
I don't know. Please help with what you think and your logic. Thanks!