tci General Surgery Coding Alert - 2005 Issue 12

READER QUESTIONS: Mesh Removal Code Isn't for Hernia

Question: We hoped that we would be able to report 11008 to describe mesh removal during hernia repairs. Is anyone using the code successfully for this purpose?Texas SubscriberAnswer: Anyone using +11008 (Removal of prosthetic material or mesh, abdominal wall for necrotizing soft tissue infection [list separately in addition to code for primary procedure]) during recurrent hernia repair isn't doing so successfully.That's because 11008 is an add-on code meant to accompany only 11004-11006, which describe debridement of skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and fascia for necrotizing soft tissue infection. These are extensive (and relatively rare) procedures performed on high-risk...

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