Jan 1, 2003 · As with complex repairs, scar excision is included. 3. 19371 (Periprosthetic capsulectomy, breast): This code specifically describes excision of scar tissue that has formed around a prosthetic. …

Nov 19, 2024 · Question: A year after undergoing a mastectomy, the patient returns for a scar revision that includes a complex closure in the left underarm area because of discomfort and pain.

Sep 3, 2005 · Question: What is the proper code to report scar revision on a mastectomy site? Louisiana Subscriber Answer: Your best option is likely the complex repair codes 13100-13102 (Repair, …

In the situation above, the scar revision is cosmetic but the revision is part of the aftercare process. With appropriate documentation including details on how the scar impeded the patient, payers should …

Jan 19, 2020 · Have there been changes to scar revision coding? CPT guidelines for 2020 no longer instruct you to use the complex repair codes for scar revision.

Jan 3, 2023 · I need help to determine the correct CPT code. Patient had breast implant removal and breast reduction in January 2022. (Implants were cosmetic 20+ years ago - not Cancer related) She …

Prior to 2020, intermediate repair was defined as layered closure and complex repair included layered closure plus scar revision, debridement, extensive undermining, use of stents or retention sutures, …

Aug 12, 2013 · Question: During a breast biopsy, the surgeon also performed a scar revision involving multi-layered closure relating to the patient’s prior breast reduction surgery.

Sep 20, 2017 · A scar revision reported with a complex closure code is an integumentary procedure and would be more appropriate for a skin or superficial subcutaneous scar - it's not really accurate coding …

Oct 25, 2009 · Question: Our surgeon performed a scar revision on the site of a previous mastectomy. The procedure involved excising a 16.5 cm curved scar before performing a layered closure. How …