kumeena
True Blue
Hi all
Can anyone tell me what is the code for S/p rust ring removal from eye
Thank you
Can anyone tell me what is the code for S/p rust ring removal from eye
Thank you
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Wiki Opthalmology diag code
- Thread starter kumeena
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cpccoder2008
True Blue
There is not a specific diagnosis code for this but i use V45.69 while in 10 day post op.
mitchellde
True Blue
V45.69 may not be used first-listed. I go with a V67.xx for followup.
kumeena
True Blue
thank you all
cpccoder2008
True Blue
I use this while in post op, along with 99024. If out of global, you use follow up codes.
smarcolina
Networker
Removal of Rust Ring
I use CPT code 65435 Removal of corneal epithelium; with or without chemocauterization (abrasion curettage). Hope this helps
Sharon
I use CPT code 65435 Removal of corneal epithelium; with or without chemocauterization (abrasion curettage). Hope this helps
Sharon
cpccoder2008
True Blue
I also have another forum on this topic https://www.aapc.com/memberarea/forums/showthread.php?t=36751 Can you please tell me why you use 65435 for rust ring removal ??
cpccoder2008
True Blue
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------I use CPT code 65435 Removal of corneal epithelium; with or without chemocauterization (abrasion curettage). Hope this helps
Sharon
I also have another forum on this topic https://www.aapc.com/memberarea/forum...ad.php?t=36751 Can you please tell me why you use 65435 for rust ring removal ??