CPT Knowledgebase - Jun 29, 2023

Is it appropriate to report two units of code 15734 when both retrorectus (posterior) and transverse (anterior) release are performed via an open approach on the same side for abdominal wall reconstruction after hernia repair? What should be reported if the same two rectus releases are performed on both sides?

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