CPT for Aesthetic Procedures Flashcards
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Which CPT code reports a primary rhinoplasty that includes major septal repair?
Answer: 30420
CPT 30420 describes primary rhinoplasty including major septal repair.
A surgeon performs blepharoplasty of the lower eyelid including repair of herniated fat pads. Which CPT code is most appropriate?
Answer: 15821
CPT 15821 describes blepharoplasty of the lower eyelid with hernia of fat pads.
Which CPT code reports a rhytidectomy of the neck with platysmal tightening?
Answer: 15825
CPT 15825 specifically describes rhytidectomy of the neck with platysmal tightening (platysmal flap).
What CPT code reports surgical correction of a protruding ear (otoplasty) with or without size reduction?
Answer: 69300
CPT 69300 reports otoplasty for a protruding ear, with or without size reduction.
A facial epidermal chemical peel is performed to treat fine wrinkling. Which CPT code applies?
Answer: 15788
CPT 15788 describes a chemical peel of the facial area at the epidermal level.
Genioplasty is performed using a prosthetic implant for chin augmentation. Which CPT code applies?
Answer: 21120
CPT 21120 describes genioplasty by augmentation using autologous or prosthetic material without osteotomy.
Total face dermabrasion is performed for acne scarring and general keratosis. Which CPT code is reported?
Answer: 15780
CPT 15780 describes dermabrasion of the total face for acne scarring, fine wrinkling, rhytids, or general keratosis.