Can CPT 29875 and 29877 be billed together?
you would never bill the 29877 with the 29875 for Medicare. If the documentation supports a seperate compartment then you would need to change it to G0289.
Is chondroplasty included in Meniscectomy?
A Chondroplasty is NEVER coded with a meniscectomy regardless of the compartment. The meniscectomy includes the synovectomy in the code description. The synovectomy is global to the 29880 and should only be reported if done in two different departments from the meniscectomy.
What is the CPT code 29877?
ARTHROSCOPY
Group 1
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 29877 | ARTHROSCOPY, KNEE, SURGICAL; DEBRIDEMENT/SHAVING OF ARTICULAR CARTILAGE (CHONDROPLASTY) |
| 29999 | UNLISTED PROCEDURE, ARTHROSCOPY |
Does G0289 need a modifier?
G0289 has opened up a can of worms surrounding documentation requirements because the federal government referenced time as a factor. In addition, if the procedures were performed on different knees, include with G0289 modifiers -RT and -LT to indicate the side for each separate procedure.
What is the CPT code for chondroplasty?
29877
Code 29879 includes chondroplasty performed as part of the abrasion arthroplasty, so code 29877 should not be separately reported. If, however, chondroplasty is performed in a separate knee compartment, code 29877 may be reported separately.
What is meniscectomy and chondroplasty?
Chondroplasty refers to the smoothing of degenerative cartilage and trimming of unstable cartilage flaps to stabilize and treat chondral lesions. Partial meniscectomy involves trimming unstable flaps of a torn meniscus to establish a stable remnant meniscus.
What is the difference between 29880 and 29881?
By definition, 29880 reports meniscectomy in both the medial and lateral compartments, while 29881 defines a meniscectomy in either the medial or lateral compartment.
When can you bill G0289?
G0289 should be reported only when the physician spends at least 15 minutes in the additional compartment performing this procedure. It should not be reported if the reason for performing the procedure is due to the problem caused by the arthroscopic procedure itself.
What is the CPT code for loose body removal of the knee?
CPT code for arthroscopic loose body removal should be coded only if no other procedure is performed in the same compartment of the knee. For loose bodies greater than 1 CM a seperate code can be used. Use CPT code 29873 for Arthroscopic lateral release for patellar dislocations.
What is the CPT code for total knee replacement?
CPT code 27447 is for a total knee replacement 27447 states (arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing [total knee replacement]).
What is CPT 29880?
CPT 29880, Under Endoscopy/Arthroscopy Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System. The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code 29880 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range – Endoscopy/Arthroscopy Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System.