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Halo Adjustment?
What CPT code should be used to adjust a Halo device without anesthesia on postoperative Days 1, 2, and 5? CPT code 20664 was used to bill for the initial application of the Halo device. These adjustments are being performed in preparation for an upcoming surgery.
Reporting Modifiers with Unlisted Codes
Can modifiers be reported with unlisted CPT codes?
Clarification for TLIF with Contralateral Posterior Fusion Using Robotic Navigation
TLIF case using robot/navigation. Placing a posterior fusion on the contralateral side of the spine from the TLIF. He is using a the robot to plan a "false" screw then using robot to drill the opposite facet and then place bone graft into the facet. It requires additional time both before and after procedure. Would this be coded as 22612 along with 22633?
J3301 Triamcinolone Billing
When billing HCPCS code J3301 Triamcinolone acetonide injectable suspension nos (Kenelog), if 40 mgs are injected, do I bill J3301 x 4 units or J3301 x 40 units?
Is CPT 20660 separately reportable with 61313?
My surgeon wants to bill CPT 20660 and CPT 61313. Is 20660 appropriate to report in addition?
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