tci Part B Insider - 2014 Issue 34

Part B Coding Coach: CPT® 2015 Includes Several Important Orthopedic Surgery Changes

Don’t miss the new terminology for cervical disc replacement. Orthopedic surgeons may not see pages and pages of new codes in 2015, but there are several additions, deletions and revisions that they should be sure to catch. To avoid denials, start learning these new changes before January first hits.  Specify Whether Joint Aspiration Included U/S Guidance You’ll find new and revised codes for arthrocentesis specifying whether the physician used or did not use ultrasound guidance. They are (emphasis added): 20600 — Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); small joint or bursa...

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