Select Codes for Bladder Tumor Removal Based on Size, Carrier
Feb 7, 2006 · Learn why you can't report more then one code using modifier 22 You may think it's logical that if your urologist removes more than one bladder tumor you should base your coding on the size …
CPT® Code 52235 - Urethra and Bladder Transurethral Surgical ... - AAPC
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 52235 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Urethra and Bladder Transurethral …
Dive Into This Bladder Tumor Scar Scenario : Reader Questions
Sep 12, 2024 · You should report the TURBT code 52235 (Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; MEDIUM bladder tumor (s) (2.0 to 5.0 …
How to Bill TURBT with Retrograde Pyelogram - AAPC
Apr 1, 2001 · For the TURBT, use 188.x (malignant neoplasm of bladder). The diagnosis code for the pyelogram is determined by the reason for the procedure. Examples of -59 Use According to …
Mitomycin and TURBTs? | Medical Billing and Coding Forum - AAPC
Aug 23, 2018 · I see plenty of coding advice from Urology Assoc. and Codify, etc. that say the mitomycin -C instillation (51720) would need to be performed at a separate encounter (recovery room, etc), …
CPT® Code 52240 - Urethra and Bladder Transurethral Surgical ... - AAPC
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 52240 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Urethra and Bladder Transurethral …
Learn if TURBT Includes a Biopsy Procedure : Urology Coding - AAPC
Sep 29, 2025 · Question: I have an op note for a transurethral resection of a bladder tumor (TURBT). The urologist described the procedure as a “cold-cup clamshell biopsy of the bladder” as well as …
Urology | Select Codes for Bladder Tumor Removal by Size, Not …
Jan 1, 2002 · When urologists remove more than one bladder tumor, selecting a code or codes based on the size and number of tumors may seem reasonable. It is not, however, correct coding.
List 52235 as the Primary Surgical Code for TURBT - AAPC
Feb 20, 2018 · When reporting transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT), you should submit 52235 (Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration [including cryosurgery or laser surgery] and/ or resection …
Answers to Your Top-4 TURP Coding Questions - AAPC
May 4, 2006 · ICD-9 2007 Update: Welcome These New Urinary Symptom Diagnosis Codes Debuting in October Bonus: You'll also have several new pain management codes to support your urologist's …