CPC CPT Surgery: Digestive System

Question 1

Which CPT code range covers surgical procedures performed on the esophagus?

Accepted Answer

43100-43499

Answer

CPT codes 43100-43499 are designated for surgical procedures on the esophagus in the digestive system subsection.

Question 2

A patient undergoes a laparoscopic cholecystectomy without intraoperative cholangiography. Which CPT code is correct?

Accepted Answer

47562

Answer

CPT 47562 represents laparoscopic cholecystectomy without cholangiography, while 47563 includes intraoperative cholangiography and 47600 is the open approach.

Question 3

A patient undergoes a flexible colonoscopy with biopsy of suspicious tissue. Which CPT code is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

45380

Answer

CPT 45380 is used for a flexible colonoscopy with biopsy (single or multiple), while 45378 is diagnostic only and 45384 involves polyp removal.

Question 4

Which CPT code represents a diagnostic upper GI endoscopy (EGD) without any additional therapeutic procedures?

Accepted Answer

43235

Answer

CPT 43235 is the base code for a diagnostic EGD covering the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum/jejunum without additional interventions.

Question 5

A patient is taken to surgery emergently for a ruptured appendix with generalized peritonitis. Which CPT code represents this appendectomy?

Accepted Answer

44960

Answer

CPT 44960 is specifically designated for appendectomy performed for a ruptured appendix with abscess or generalized peritonitis, reflecting greater complexity than a routine appendectomy (44950).

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