Total Laparoscopic Abdominal Hysterectomy and Laparoscopically Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy

Why This Topic Matters

Accurate classification of hysterectomy approach affects ICD-9-CM procedure reporting and prevents confusion when the uterus is removed through the vagina after laparoscopic detachment.

Article Sections

1. Coding Clinic context and ICD-9-CM update

   Introduces the coding questions addressed by the article and the timing of procedure-code changes affecting laparoscopic hysterectomy reporting.

2. How to determine the correct hysterectomy procedure code

   Explains the documentation elements and operative approach considerations used to distinguish between related hysterectomy procedures.

3. Laparoscopic total abdominal hysterectomy

   Describes the laparoscopic total abdominal hysterectomy approach and the broad operative sequence associated with that procedure type.

4. Laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy

   Describes the laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy approach and the broad division of laparoscopic and vaginal components.

5. Procedure code assignment questions and related coding guidance

   Presents question-and-answer style coding guidance for hysterectomy scenarios and associated gynecologic procedures.