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Wiki Spinal Hardware Removal

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If the surgeon removes fusion hardware at the L4(locking cap, portion of rod, tulip head, and pedicle screw) in a patient with a history of fusion L4 - S1 can we code 22830 for Exploration of Fusion? During the procedure, the surgeon states "The fusion bed at this level appeared to be robust without evidence of hardware failure."
 
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If the surgeon removes fusion hardware at the L4(locking cap, portion of rod, tulip head, and pedicle screw) in a patient with a history of fusion L4 - S1 can we code 22830 for Exploration of Fusion? During the procedure, the surgeon states "The fusion bed at this level appeared to be robust without evidence of hardware failure."
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If instrumentation removal and exploration are performed at the same level, exploration is included in removal, per NCCI edits. Also, here's an older thread with a trusted resource discussing same issue.

https://www.aapc.com/memberarea/forums/22264-code-22830-22852-a.html
 
Sorry... Forgot to mention that this is private/commercial insurance therefore, NCCI edits may not apply in this case. CPT book seems to instruct to bill 22830 in addition to code for removal 22850/52. I just want to make sure I am clear on this. Thank you so much for your reply!
 
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