CPCA CPT for Aesthetic Procedures 2

Question 1

Which CPT code reports a primary rhinoplasty that includes major septal repair?

Accepted Answer

30420

Answer

CPT 30420 describes primary rhinoplasty including major septal repair.

Question 2

A surgeon performs blepharoplasty of the lower eyelid including repair of herniated fat pads. Which CPT code is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

15821

Answer

CPT 15821 describes blepharoplasty of the lower eyelid with hernia of fat pads.

Question 3

Which CPT code reports a rhytidectomy of the neck with platysmal tightening?

Accepted Answer

15825

Answer

CPT 15825 specifically describes rhytidectomy of the neck with platysmal tightening (platysmal flap).

Question 4

What CPT code reports surgical correction of a protruding ear (otoplasty) with or without size reduction?

Accepted Answer

69300

Answer

CPT 69300 reports otoplasty for a protruding ear, with or without size reduction.

Question 5

A facial epidermal chemical peel is performed to treat fine wrinkling. Which CPT code applies?

Accepted Answer

15788

Answer

CPT 15788 describes a chemical peel of the facial area at the epidermal level.

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