Article Overview

This article covers coding considerations for fractional ablative CO2 laser therapy used in the treatment of function-limiting hypertrophic burn scars. It is aimed at medical coders, billers, and other reimbursement professionals who need to understand the applicable CPT guidance, the use of an unlisted procedure code when no specific CPT exists, and the later addition of Category III reporting options. The article also notes the documentation that may be needed when an unlisted code is used.