tci General Surgery Coding Alert - 2024 Issue Q1

FAQs: Keep Abreast of Breast Reconstruction Procedures

Review these FAQs to sharpen your reconstruction coding skills. Even the savviest of coders struggle with reporting breast reconstruction procedures. Read on to sharpen your skills for coding this complicated topic. Question 1: Is there an easy way to categorize different types of breast reconstruction surgeries? Answer: CPT® indicates that the goal of breast reconstruction is to restore form and symmetry following surgery, or otherwise correct an anatomical defect. With that understanding, we can organize breast reconstruction into two groups, which the surgeon may perform on one or both breasts: Post mastectomy: This may involve a breast implant or...

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