Do Not be Scared of OB/GYN Coding – Here Is The Solution
by BillingFreedom | Apr 17, 2024
Delving into the intricacies of OB/GYN codes and billing is like entering unfamiliar territory. Obstetrics and gynecology coding can often puzzle healthcare practitioners, making them wonder if they’re getting it right. But don’t worry because BillingFreedom is here to serve as your trustworthy guide through the labyrinth of OB/GYN coding.
In women’s healthcare, precision in coding isn’t just a formality; it’s the key to ensuring that patients receive the care they need and healthcare providers are fairly compensated for their services. Whether you’re an experienced coder looking to refresh your knowledge or a newcomer to the coding scene, this guide is designed to simplify the process for you.
With a clear and informative approach, we will demystify the fundamentals, address common challenges, underscore the importance of meticulous documentation, and provide valuable tips to enhance your coding proficiency. Join us on this journey, and let BillingFreedom be your trusted companion as you navigate the OB/GYN coding world.
Basics of OB/GYN Coding To Make Understanding More Clear
Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) coding is a specialized area of coding and billing that focuses on documenting and categorizing healthcare services related to women’s reproductive health, pregnancy, and childbirth. Accurate coding in this field is crucial for proper reimbursement, maintaining comprehensive patient records, and ensuring appropriate patient care. Here are the key elements you need to understand regarding OB/GYN coding.
CPT and ICD-10 Codes
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- CPT Codes (Current Procedural Terminology): These codes describe medical procedures, services, and surgeries performed by healthcare providers. In OB/GYN coding, CPT codes specify the various services provided, such as prenatal visits, deliveries, surgeries, and diagnostic tests.
- ICD-10 Codes (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Edition): These codes diagnose medical conditions and describe the patient’s health status. In OB/GYN coding, ICD-10 codes help identify conditions related to pregnancy, gynecological issues, and other health concerns.
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Key Terminology
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- Familiarize yourself with OB/GYN-specific terminology, such as gestational age, antepartum, postpartum, parity, and gravida. Understanding these terms is essential for accurate coding and documentation.
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Modifiers
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- Modifiers are additional codes that provide more information about a procedure or service. They can indicate, for example, that a service was bilateral, staged, or performed in multiple areas. Proper use of modifiers ensures accurate billing and reimbursement.
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E/M Coding (Evaluation and Management)
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- E/M codes are used for billing for office visits and consultations. In OB/GYN coding, these codes are often applied to prenatal and postpartum care and gynaecological visits. Accurate E/M coding requires careful history, examination, and medical decision-making documentation.
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OB Global Codes To Understand
OB Global Codes, encompassing CPT codes 59400, 59510, 59610, and 59618, are essential to billing and coding for obstetrics and gynaecology (OB/GYN) services. These codes are pivotal in streamlining the billing process and ensuring comprehensive coverage of maternity care services provided by a physician or physician group to a patient. Here’s a closer look at OB Global Codes and their significance:
CPT Codes and Their Definitions
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- 59400 – Routine Obstetric Care, Including Antepartum Care, Vaginal Delivery (With or Without Episiotomy and Forceps), and Postpartum Care: This code represents the full spectrum of care for a pregnant patient, starting from antepartum care (from conception to delivery) through vaginal delivery and postpartum care. It includes all routine services associated with the pregnancy journey.
- 59510 – Routine Obstetric Care, Including Antepartum Care, Vaginal Delivery (With or Without Episiotomy and Forceps), and Postpartum Care; Following a Previous Cesarean Delivery: Similar to 59400 but tailored for patients who have previously undergone a cesarean section.
- 59610 – Routine Obstetric Care, Including Antepartum Care, Cesarean Delivery, and Postpartum Care: This code covers comprehensive OB/GYN services from antepartum care to cesarean delivery and postpartum care.
- 59618 – Routine Obstetric Care, Including Antepartum Care, Repeat Cesarean Delivery, and Postpartum Care: Designed for patients with a history of previous cesarean deliveries, this code includes antepartum care, repeat cesarean delivery, and postpartum care.
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Common OB CPT Codes
| CPT Code | Description |
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| Vaginal Deliveries | |
| 59400 |
Global – Routine obstetric care for vaginal delivery (with or without episiotomy and/or forceps), including antepartum and postpartum care |
| 59409 | Vaginal delivery only |
| 59410 | Vaginal delivery only, including postpartum care |
| Antepartum Care | |
| 59425 | Antepartum care, 4-6 visits |
| 59426 | Antepartum care, 7+ visits |
| Postpartum Care | |
| 59430 | Postpartum care only |
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Cesarean Delivery (C-Section) |
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| 59510 | Global – Routine obstetric care for cesarean section delivery, including antepartum and postpartum care. |
| 59514 | Cesarean delivery only (doesn’t include antepartum or postpartum care). |
| 59515 | Cesarean delivery only including postpartum care. |
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Vaginal Delivery After Previous C-Section |
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| 59610 |
Global – Routine obstetric care for vaginal delivery (with or without episiotomy and/or forceps) after cesarean delivery, including antepartum and postpartum care. |
| 59612 | Vaginal delivery only after previous cesarean delivery (with or without episiotomy and/or forceps). |
| 59614 | Vaginal delivery only after previous cesarean delivery (with or without episiotomy and/or forceps), including postpartum care. |
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C-Section Following Attempted Vaginal Delivery After Previous C-Section |
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| 59618 |
Global – Routine obstetric care for cesarean delivery following attempted vaginal delivery after previous cesarean delivery, including antepartum and postpartum care. |
| 59620 | Cesarean delivery only following attempted vaginal delivery after previous cesarean delivery. |
| 59622 | Cesarean delivery only following attempted vaginal delivery after previous cesarean delivery, including postpartum care. |
Comprehensive Care Coverage
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- OB Global Codes are designed to simplify billing for maternity care by encompassing all necessary services from conception through delivery and the postpartum period. They cover antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum care, ensuring that physicians are appropriately compensated.
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Postpartum Period Duration
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- The postpartum period, as covered by OB Global Codes, typically extends from when the patient leaves the hospital after delivery and continues for 42 to 84 days, depending on the payer’s specific guidelines. The global code includes any necessary follow-up care and evaluations during this period.
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Simplifying Billing and Reimbursement
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- Utilizing OB Global Codes reduces the complexity of billing for maternity care, as it consolidates various components of care into a single code. This simplification enhances efficiency in billing and streamlines the reimbursement process.
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OB/GYN Billing for High-Risk Pregnancies Coding To Understand – CPT Codes, ICD-10 Codes
High-risk pregnancies demand specialized billing codes in OB/GYN, which work alongside global OBGYN billing codes (59400, 59510, 59610, or 59618) to depict the extensive care required accurately.
The ICD-10-CM code list for high-risk pregnancies is organized within Chapter 15 of the coding system, which is specifically dedicated to conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. This chapter is essential for accurately coding and documenting various pregnancy-related medical conditions. The high-risk pregnancy codes are grouped into specific blocks within this chapter to facilitate accurate coding and classification. These codes help healthcare professionals and medical coders accurately describe and record conditions that may pose increased risks during pregnancy. Accurate coding is crucial for proper medical documentation, billing, and patient care management.
Here’s a chart that lists the ICD-10 codes for different types of ectopic pregnancy, along with their descriptions:
| ICD-10 Code | Description |
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| O000 | Abdominal pregnancy |
| O0000 | Abdominal pregnancy without intrauterine pregnancy |
| O0001 | Abdominal pregnancy with intrauterine pregnancy |
| O001 | Tubal pregnancy |
| O0010 | Tubal pregnancy without intrauterine pregnancy |
| O00101 | Right tubal pregnancy without intrauterine pregnancy |
| O00102 | Left tubal pregnancy without intrauterine pregnancy |
| O00109 | Unspecified tubal pregnancy without intrauterine pregnancy |
| O0011 | Tubal pregnancy with intrauterine pregnancy |
| O00111 | Right tubal pregnancy with intrauterine pregnancy |
| O00112 | Left tubal pregnancy with intrauterine pregnancy |
| O00119 | Unspecified tubal pregnancy with intrauterine pregnancy |
| O002 | Ovarian pregnancy |
| O0020 | Ovarian pregnancy without intrauterine pregnancy |
| O00201 | Right ovarian pregnancy without intrauterine pregnancy |
| O00202 | Left ovarian pregnancy without intrauterine pregnancy |
| O00209 | Unspecified ovarian pregnancy without intrauterine pregnancy |
| O0021 | Ovarian pregnancy with intrauterine pregnancy |
| O00211 | Right ovarian pregnancy with intrauterine pregnancy |
| O00212 | Left ovarian pregnancy with intrauterine pregnancy |
| O00219 | Unspecified ovarian pregnancy with intrauterine pregnancy |
| O008 | Other ectopic pregnancy |
| O0080 | Other ectopic pregnancy without intrauterine pregnancy |
| O0081 | Other ectopic pregnancy with intrauterine pregnancy |
| O009 | Ectopic pregnancy, unspecified |
| O0090 | Unspecified ectopic pregnancy without intrauterine pregnancy |
| O0091 | Unspecified ectopic pregnancy with intrauterine pregnancy |
| O0900 | Suprvsn of preg w history of infertility, unsp trimester |
| O0901 | Suprvsn of preg w history of infertility, first trimester |
| O0902 | Suprvsn of preg w history of infertility, second trimester |
| O0903 | Suprvsn of preg w history of infertility, third trimester |
| O0910 | Suprvsn of preg w history of ectopic, unsp tri |
| O0911 | Suprvsn of preg w history of ect, first tri |
| O0912 | Suprvsn of preg w history of ect, second tri |
| O0913 | Suprvsn of preg w history of ect, third tri |
| O09211 | Suprvsn of preg w history of pre-term labor, first trimester |
| O09212 | Suprvsn of preg w history of pre-term labor, second tri |
| O09213 | Suprvsn of preg w history of pre-term labor, third trimester |
| O09219 | Suprvsn of preg w history of pre-term labor, unsp trimester |
| O09291 | Suprvsn of preg w poor reprodctv or obstet hx, first tri |
| O09292 | Suprvsn of preg w poor reprodctv or obstet hx, second tri |
| O09293 | Suprvsn of preg w poor reprodctv or obstet hx, third tri |
| O09299 | Suprvsn of preg w poor reprodctv or obstet history, unsp tri |
| O0930 | Suprvsn of preg w insufficient antenat care, unsp trimester |
| O0931 | Suprvsn of preg w insufficient antenat care, first trimester |
| O0932 | Suprvsn of preg w insufficient antenat care, second tri |
| O0933 | Suprvsn of preg w insufficient antenat care, third trimester |
| O0940 | Supervision of pregnancy w grand multiparity, unsp trimester |
| O0941 | Suprvsn of pregnancy w grand multiparity, first trimester |
| O0942 | Suprvsn of pregnancy w grand multiparity, second trimester |
| O0943 | Suprvsn of pregnancy w grand multiparity, third trimester |
| O09511 | Supervision of elderly primigravida, first trimester |
| O09512 | Supervision of elderly primigravida, second trimester |
| O09513 | Supervision of elderly primigravida, third trimester |
| O09519 | Supervision of elderly primigravida, unspecified trimester |
| O09521 | Supervision of elderly multigravida, first trimester |
| O09522 | Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester |
| O09523 | Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester |
| O09529 | Supervision of elderly multigravida, unspecified trimester |
| O09611 | Supervision of young primigravida, first trimester |
| O09612 | Supervision of young primigravida, second trimester |
| O09613 | Supervision of young primigravida, third trimester |
| O09619 | Supervision of young primigravida, unspecified trimester |
| O09621 | Supervision of young multigravida, first trimester |
| O09622 | Supervision of young multigravida, second trimester |
| O09623 | Supervision of young multigravida, third trimester |
| O09629 | Supervision of young multigravida, unspecified trimester |
| O0970 | Suprvsn of high risk preg due to social problems, unsp tri |
| O0971 | Suprvsn of high risk preg due to social problems, first tri |
| O0972 | Suprvsn of high risk preg due to social problems, second tri |
| O0973 | Suprvsn of high risk preg due to social problems, third tri |
| O09811 | Suprvsn of preg rslt from assisted reprodctv tech, first tri |
| O09812 | Suprvsn of preg rslt from assist reprodctv tech, second tri |
| O09813 | Suprvsn of preg rslt from assisted reprodctv tech, third tri |
| O09819 | Suprvsn of preg rslt from assisted reprodctv tech, unsp tri |
| O09821 | Suprvsn of preg w hx of in utero proc dur prev preg, 1st tri |
| O09822 | Suprvsn of preg w hx of in utero proc dur prev preg, 2nd tri |
| O09823 | Suprvsn of preg w hx of in utero proc dur prev preg, 3rd tri |
| O09829 | Suprvsn of preg w hx of in utero proc dur prev preg,unsp tri |
| O09891 | Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, first trimester |
| O09892 | Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, second trimester |
| O09893 | Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, third trimester |
| O09899 | Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, unsp trimester |
| O0990 | Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unsp, unsp trimester |
| O0991 | Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unsp, first trimester |
| O0992 | Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unsp, second trimester |
| O0993 | Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unsp, third trimester |
| O09A0 | Suprvsn of preg with history of molar preg, unsp trimester |
| O09A1 | Suprvsn of preg with history of molar preg, first trimester |
| O09A2 | Suprvsn of preg with history of molar preg, second trimester |
| O09A3 | Suprvsn of preg with history of molar preg, third trimester |
Ultrasound Billing in OB/GYN Practice Requirements To Understand
Accurate billing for ultrasound procedures in OB/GYN is paramount. Adherence to maternity care OBGYN billing and coding requirements is crucial. Here are key guidelines to remember:
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- Documentation and Imaging: Maintaining a meticulous record of ultrasound procedures is imperative. A written report from the provider should be retained, and images must be stored. This adherence to image retention aligns with the AMA CPT and ultrasound documentation requirements.
- Pertinent Images: Ensure that the appropriate images depicting relevant anatomy or pathology are available for review for each coded procedure. The exact method or quantity of images required needs to be specified by CPT, but it’s vital to have visual documentation to support the billed procedures.
- Modifiers for Multiple Procedures: Modifiers may be necessary in cases involving more than one fetus or distinct procedures during the same encounter. Incorrectly reporting modifiers can lead to claim denials, so applying them accurately is essential.
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The following CPT codes have covered a range of possible performed ultrasound
recordings. Make sure your practice is following proper guidelines for reporting each CPT code.
| CPT Codes | |
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| 76801–76810 | Maternal and Fetal Evaluation (Transabdominal Approach, By Trimester) |
| 76811–76812 | Above and Detailed Fetal Anatomical Evaluation. |
| 76813–76814 | Fetal Nuchal Translucency Measurement |
| 76818–76819 | Fetal Biophysical Profile. |
| 76815 | Limited Trans-Abdominal Ultrasound Study |
| 59025 | Fetal Non-Stress Test |
| 76816 | Follow-Up Trans-Abdominal Ultrasound Study |
| 76817 | Trans-Vaginal Ultrasound Study |
Understanding Codes in Gynecology Billing
Gynecology coding is a nuanced field with several key considerations, especially regarding procedures like hysterectomy and well-woman visits.
By following best practices and guidelines, healthcare professionals can ensure that their coding aligns with the services’ complexity, whether it’s a surgical procedure like a hysterectomy or a routine well-woman visit. Accurate coding is essential for billing, maintaining comprehensive patient records, and providing quality care.
Here are some best practices to ensure accurate coding:
Hysterectomy Coding
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- Surgical Approach: The choice of CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) codes based on the surgical approach (abdominal, vaginal, or laparoscopic) demonstrates how codes categorize and differentiate procedures. Understanding this helps healthcare professionals accurately describe the nature of the surgery.
- Uterine Weight and Extent of Surgery: These factors illustrate how specific details are encoded to precisely reflect a procedure’s complexity. Knowing the significance of these details aids in selecting the right code ensuring fair compensation for the provider.
- Additional Services: Including additional services alongside the main procedure underscores the comprehensive nature of coding. It reminds us that codes can capture the primary service and any ancillary services, leading to accurate billing.
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Some CPT codes account for additional services performed alongside the hysterectomy, so it’s important to code comprehensively.
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- Abdominal Hysterectomy: Codes range from 58150 to 58210.
- Vaginal Hysterectomy: Codes range from 58260 to 58291.
- Laparoscopic Hysterectomy: Codes range from 58541 to 58573.
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Well-Woman Visits
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- Patient Factors: Patient age and whether they are new or returning patients determine the appropriate Evaluation and Management (E/M) codes. This demonstrates how codes can adapt to different patient scenarios, reflecting the varying levels of care required.
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When coding well-woman exams, consider the patient’s age and whether they are new or returning:
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- New Patient Codes: Range from 99385 to 99387.
- Existing Patient Codes: Range from 99395 to 99397.
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Common GYN CPT Codes Of All Catagories
| CPT Codes | Description |
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Hysterectomies – Open Abdominal Approach |
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| 58150 |
Total abdominal hysterectomy (corpus and cervix), with or without removal of tube(s), with or without removal of ovary/ovaries. |
| 58152 |
Total abdominal hysterectomy (corpus and cervix), with or without removal of tube(s), with or without removal of ovary(s); with colpo-urethrocystopexy (e.g., Marshall-Marchetti-Krantz, Burch).
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| 58180 |
Supracervical abdominal hysterectomy (subtotal hysterectomy), with or without removal of tube(s), with or without removal of ovary/ovaries.
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| 58200 |
Total abdominal hysterectomy, including partial vaginectomy, with para-aortic and pelvic lymph node sampling, with or without removal of tube(s), with or without removal of ovary/ovaries.
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| 58210 |
Radical abdominal hysterectomy, with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy and para-aortic lymph node sampling (biopsy), with or without removal of tube(s), with or without removal of ovary/ |
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Hysterectomies – Open Vaginal Approach |
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| 58260 | Hysterectomy, open vaginal approach; uterine size less than 250 grams; tubes and ovaries not removed. |
| 58262 | Hysterectomy, open vaginal approach; uterine size less than 250 grams; tubes and ovaries removed. |
| 58290 | Hysterectomy, open vaginal approach; uterine size more than 250 grams; tubes and ovaries not removed. |
| 58291 | Hysterectomy, open vaginal approach; uterine size more than 250 grams; tubes and ovaries removed. |
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Laparoscopic Hysterectomies |
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| 58570 | Total laparoscopic hysterectomy; uterine size less than 250 grams; tubes and ovaries not removed; cervix removed. |
| 58571 | Total laparoscopic hysterectomy; uterine size less than 250 grams; tubes and ovaries removed; cervix removed. |
| 58572 | Total laparoscopic hysterectomy; uterine size over 250 grams; tubes and ovaries not removed; cervix removed. |
| 58573 | Total laparoscopic hysterectomy; uterine size over 250 grams; tubes and ovaries removed; cervix removed. |
| Hysteroscopy | |
| 58555 | Diagnostic (separate procedure). |
| 58558 | Surgical with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and polypectomy with or without dilation and curettage (D&C). |
| 58559 | With lysis of intrauterine adhesions (any method). |
| 58560 | With division or resection of intrauterine septum (any method). |
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Tubal Ligation – Ovary/Oviduct Open Procedures |
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| 58600 | Ligation or transection of the fallopian tube(s), abdominal or vaginal approach, unilateral or bilateral. |
| 58605 |
Ligation or transection of the fallopian tube(s), abdominal or vaginal approach, postpartum, unilateral or bilateral, during same hospitalization (separate procedure). |
| +58611 |
Ligation or transection of the fallopian tube(s) when done at the time of cesarean delivery or intra-abdominal surgery (not a separate procedure). List this code separately in addition to the code for the primary procedure. |
| 58615 | Occlusion of the fallopian tube(s) by device (e.g., band, clip, Falope ring) vaginal or suprapubic approach. |
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Tubal Ligation – Ovary/Oviduct Open Procedures |
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| 58661 | Laparoscopy is surgical, removing adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and salpingectomy). |
| 58662 | Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration or excision of lesions of the ovary, pelvic viscera, or peritoneal surface by any method. |
| 58670 | Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration of oviducts (with or without transection). |
| 58671 | Laparoscopy, surgical; with occlusion of oviducts by device (e.g., band, clip, or Falope ring) |
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Ovary/Fallopian Tube (Oviduct) Excision Procedures |
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| 58925 | Ovarian cystectomy (physician removes a cyst from one or both ovaries). |
| 58940 | Oophorectomy, partial or total, unilateral or bilateral (physician removes part or all of one or both ovaries via an abdominal incision) |
| 58943 | Oophorectomy for ovarian, tubal, or primary peritoneal malignancy (cancer), with paraaortic and pelvic lymph node biopsies, peritoneal washings, peritoneal biopsies, diaphragmatic assessments with or without salpingectomy, and with or without omentectomy |
| In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) | |
| 58970 | Follicle puncture for oocyte retrieval, any method. |
| 58974 | Embryo transfer, intrauterine. For radiological supervision and interpretation (S&I), use code 76948. |
| 58976 | Gamete, zygote, or embryo intra-fallopian transfer (any method) |
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Intrauterine Device (IUD) Insertion or Removal |
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| 58300 | Insertion of IUD. |
| 58301 | Removal of IUD. |
| J Codes for IUD (bill only in office POS claims) | |
| J7300 | Intrauterine copper contraceptive (Paraguard). |
| J7301 | Levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine contraceptive system (Skyla), 13.5 mg. |
| J7297 | Levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine contraceptive system (Liletta), 52 mg. |
| J7298 | Levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine contraceptive system (Mirena), 52 mg. |
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| Z30.430 | Encounter for insertion of intrauterine contraceptive device. |
| Z30.432 | Encounter for removal of the intrauterine contraceptive device. |
| Z30.433 | Encounter for removal and reinsertion of intrauterine contraceptive device. |
| Z30.431 | Encounter for routine checking of intrauterine contraceptive device. |
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Vulva, Perineum and Introitus Procedures |
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| 56405 | Incision and drainage of vulva or perineal abscess. |
| 56420 | Incision and drainage of Bartholin’s gland abscess. |
| 56440 | Marsupialization of Bartholin’s gland cyst. |
| 56740 | Excision of Bartholin’s gland or cyst. |
| Vaginal Procedures | |
| 57061 | Destruction of vaginal lesion(s); simple (e.g., laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery). |
| 57065 | Destruction of vaginal lesion(s); extensive (e.g., laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery). |
| 57106-57112 | Vaginectomy (partial,radical,complete). |
| 57160 | Fitting and insertion of pessary or other intravaginal support device. |
| Colporrhaphy | |
| 57240 |
Anterior colporrhaphy, repair of cystocele with or without repair of urethrocele, including cystourethroscopy, when performed. |
| 57250 | Posterior colporrhaphy, repair of rectocele with or without perineorrhaphy. |
| 57260 | Combined anteroposterior colporrhaphy, including cystourethroscopy, when performed. |
| 57265 | Combined anteroposterior colporrhaphy, including cystourethroscopy, when performed; with enterocele repair. |
| Colpopexy | |
| 57280 | Colpopexy, abdominal approach. |
| 57282 |
Colpopexy, vaginal; extra-peritoneal approach (sacrospinous, iliococcygeus). This is also called vaginal vault suspension procedure. |
| 57283 | Colpopexy, vaginal; intra-peritoneal approach (uterosacral, levator myorrhaphy). |
| 57287 | Removal or revision of sling for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic). |
| Colposcopy | |
| 57452 | Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina. |
| 57454 |
Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy/biopsies of the cervix and endocervical curettage (biopsy with ECC). |
| 57455 | Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy/biopsies of the cervix. |
| 57456 | Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with endocervical curettage (ECC). |
| Open Procedures on Cervix | |
| 57520 |
Conization of cervix, with or without fulguration, with or without dilation and curettage, with or without repair; cold knife or laser. |
| 57522 |
Conization of cervix, with or without fulguration, with or without dilation and curettage, with or without repair; loop electrode excision. |
| 57700 | Cerclage of uterine cervix , non-obstetrical. |
| 57800 | Dilatation of cervical canal, instrumental (separate procedure). |
| Procedures on the Uterus | |
| 58120 | Dilation and curettage (D&C), diagnostic and/or therapeutic (non-obstetrical). |
| 58140 | Myomectomy, excision of fibroid tumor(s) of the uterus, 1-4 intramural myoma(s) with a total weight of 250 grams or less, and/or removal of surface myomas; abdominal approach. |
| 58146 | Myomectomy, excision of fibroid tumor(s) of uterus, 5 or more intramural myomas and/or intramural myomas with total weight greater than 250 g, abdominal approach. |
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