You may need to add a 59 modifier to 58661, and link the appropriate diagnosis to each code. Randomized studies, metaanalyses, and systematic reviews, Diagnostic laparoscopy for acute conditions, Diagnostic laparoscopy for chronic conditions, Other (general reviews, complications, etc. Based on the available evidence, an invasive procedure cannot be recommended before other non-invasive diagnostic options have been exhausted. The quality of the available literature for staging laparoscopy in gastric cancer is limited, since no level I evidence exists. The Impact of Laparoscopy and Laparoscopic Ultrasonography on the Management of Pancreatic Cancer. Based on the CPT Manual instruction CPT code 49320 is bundled into HCPCS code G0342. An analysis of multiple staging management strategies for carcinoma of the esophagus: computed tomography, endoscopic ultrasound, positron emission tomography, and thoracoscopy/laparoscopy. Incidental diagnosis of asymptomatic unilateral complete duplication of ureter during total laparoscopic hysterectomy. Surgical technique differs according to the institution and surgeon experience, making generalizations difficult and strong recommendations impossible. Connor S, Barron E, Wigmore SJ, Madhavan KK, Parks RW, Garden OJ. For gallbladder cancer, the overall yield for detecting unresectable disease using SL has been reported to be 48%, with a diagnostic accuracy of 58% (level II) [2]. Therefore, if code 58740 is submitted with code 58661 only 58661 will reimburse. Patients with early stage gastric cancer (T1 or T2) should proceed to surgical resection without SL. In addition, locally advanced pancreatic cancers have a higher incidence of positive cytology (level III) [12,17,27]. The accuracy has been reported to be 75-80% (level III) [3]. The added benefit of laparoscopic ultrasound in improving the diagnostic yield of the procedure has been inconsistent in the literature (0-41%) (level II, III) [1,3]. Larger tumors appear to be associated with a higher incidence of imaging occult metastatic disease (level III) [12,23,29,30]. The duration of the procedure is short, ranging between 10 and 70 minutes, with an average duration of about 30 minutes. Cytological Diagnosis of Peritoneal Fluids. The rationale for the procedure has been to decrease the morbidity of open standard surgical exploration for the non-palpable testicle. The codes in this section have a fourth digit, indicating the type of cellular change. The use of laparoscopic ultrasound has not been described in ICU patients. If there was also a takedown of the splenic flexure, then you would also report code +44139 (Mobilization (take-down) of splenic flexure performed in conjunction with partial colectomy). We therefore investigated the role of diagnostic laparoscopy in patients with suspected peritoneal tuberculosis(PTB). Right oophorectomy 3. The vaginal apex is entered and the cervix and uterus are detached from the remaining supporting structures. Furthermore, population-based data are very limited, as the majority of studies are single institution reports from highly specialized centers, making generalizations difficult and allowing institutional and personal biases to be introduced into the results. These recommendations will be based on existing data or a consensus of expert opinion when little or no data are available. Not all payers recognize modifier 52 so that the full allowable amount may be reimbursed for the procedure. Procedure Codes. In contrast, cholangiocarcinomas tend to be more locally invasive, decreasing the yield of SL. However, dense intra-abdominal adhesions from prior surgery may be considered a relative contraindication. The designs of these studies differ. Biliary tract tumors can be divided into two main categories: gallbladder cancers and cholangiocarcinomas. Advocates of a short duration procedure that is based only on inspection of abdominal organ surfaces argue that the procedure can be performed quickly (usually within 1020 min), can be done through one port, does not require significant expertise, minimizes the risk of potential complications by the dissection near vascular structures, and has good diagnostic accuracy (level III) [1,2]. Is There a Role for Staging Laparoscopy in Patients With Locally Advanced, Unresectable Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma? In the case of penetrating wounds, air leaks can be controlled with sutures. CPT code 49320 states: Surgical laparoscopy always includes diagnostic laparoscopy. he Feasibility and Accuracy of Diagnostic Laparoscopy in the Septic ICU Patient. This statement indicates that the procedure, although it can be performed separately, is generally included in a more comprehensive procedure and the service may not be reported when a related, more comprehensive service is performed. The 4920X codes are used when managing masses not involving the uterus, cervix, fallopian tube or ovary. Diagnostic laparoscopy improves staging of pancreatic cancer deemed locally unresectable by computed tomography. Gagne, D. J., Malay, M. B., Hogle, N. J., and Fowler, D. L. Pecoraro, A. P., Cacchione, R. N., Sayad, P., Williams, M. E., and Ferzli, G. S. Kelly, J. J., Puyana, J. C., Callery, M. P., Yood, S. M., Sandor, A., and Litwin, D. E. T. Walsh, R. M., Popovich, M. J., and Hoadley, J. Jaramillo EJ, Trevino JM, Berghoff KR, Franklin ME Jr. Hackert T, Kienle P, Weitz J, Werner J, Szabo G, Hagl S, Bchler MW, Schmidt J. Almeida J, Sleeman D, Sosa JL, Puente I, McKenney M, Martin L. Suspected but unproven intra-abdominal injury after blunt or penetrating trauma, Suspected intra-abdominal injury despite negative initial workup after blunt trauma, Abdominal stab wounds with proven or equivocal penetration of fascia, Abdominal gunshot wounds with doubtful intraperitoneal trajectory, Diagnosis of diaphragmatic injury from penetrating trauma to the thoracoabdominal area, Creation of a transdiaphragmatic pericardial window to rule out cardiac injury, Hemodynamic instability (defined by most studies as systolic pressure < 90 mm Hg), A clear indication for immediate celiotomy such as frank peritonitis, hemorrhagic shock, or evisceration, Posterior penetrating trauma with high likelihood of bowel injury, Missed injuries with their associated morbidity, Reduction in the rate of negative and nontherapeutic laparotomies (with a subsequent decrease in hospitalization, morbidity, and cost after negative laparoscopy), Accurate identification of diaphragmatic injury. Compared with open laparotomy, hospital length of stay has been demonstrated to be significantly lower for SL (5.8 days vs. 1.2 days) (level II) [3]. Relative contraindications used by some authors include patients with prior intra-abdominal surgeries, patients with chronic pain, morbidly obese patients, pregnant patients, and patients with psychiatric disorders. Level II Evidence from controlled trials without randomization Cohort or case-control studies Multiple time series dramatic uncontrolled experiments These guidelines are intended to be flexible, as the surgeon must always choose the approach best suited to the patient and to the variables at the moment of decision. A 55% reduction in total hospital charges with the most savings in room and board charges has been reported after SL compared with open exploration (level II) [3]. You Be the Coder: Laparoscopy and Laparotomy, This leaves the excision of the pelvis ma, Technological advances enable physicians to detect pregnancy in its earliest stages but make coding for [], Use Modifier -62 to Get Payment for Co-Surgeons, Two surgeons often participate in complicated ob/gyn surgeries. Patient has WC and Medicare insurance? Although early studies cautioned about the low sensitivity and high missed injury rates of the procedure when used to identify specific injuries (level II, III) [9-12], studies published recently consistently report a 0% missed injury rate even when DL is used for reasons other than screening (level I-III) [1-7,14,16-25]. The quality and amount of the available literature for staging laparoscopy in primary hepatic tumors is limited, and no level I evidence exists. Ultrasound-guided core biopsy should be used for suspicious lesions that are unresectable or preclude curative resection. There are no available data on the cost-effectiveness of the procedure. The Contribution of Laparoscopy in Evaluation of Penetrating Abdominal Wounds. Percutaneous liver biopsy is a procedure in which a long needle is introduced through the skin, subcutaneous tissues, intercostal muscles, and peritoneum into the liver to obtain a specimen of liver tissue. Code 58956 includes a TAH/BSO with total omentectomy. Laparoscopic biopsy of lesion of peritoneum 708628002. If the tumor is posterior, then the lesser sac must be accessed to gain appropriate visualization. This code specifically excludes hysterectomy codes. Staging with helical computed tomography and laparoscopy in pancreatic head cancer. Nevertheless, the existing evidence does not allow firm recommendations, and further research is needed to establish the value of DL for chronic pelvic pain (grade B). The diagnostic accuracy of the procedure is high, ranging between 90 and 100% in the published series (level II, III) [1-10]. Therefore, if 49322 is submitted with 58662only 58662 reimburses, if 49322-LT is submitted with 58662-LTonly 58662-LT reimburses and if 49322-RT is submitted with 58662-RT only 58662-RT reimburses. Histological types such as mucinous tumors are not included in ICD-10 codes. During the procedure, identified adhesions are divided, and lesions suspected to be endometriosis should be biopsied and classified. The procedure can be performed safely, is well tolerated in ICU patients (level II) [5], and only a few minor complications have been described (bradycardia and increased peak airway pressure that resolved after release of pneumoperitoneum and perforation of a gangrenous gallbladder during manipulation). Procedure-related morbidity has been reported to range 0 and 4% (level II, III) [1-30]. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The procedure facilitates therapeutic intervention and may help ameliorate the morbidity of an open exploration. performed. Accuracy has been reported to range from 89-100% in different series (level II, III) [1, 3-7]. Furthermore, SL and laparoscopic ultrasound have better sensitivity than imaging studies in the detection of nodal metastases (94% laparoscopic ultrasound vs. 18% imaging preoperatively) (level II) [2]. LAPAROSCOPY ; LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY Procedures and Related CPT and ICD-9 (grade C). Code selection is dependent on uterine weight and if the tubes and ovaries were removed. Random peritoneal biopsies and peritoneal fluid cytology have been shown to improve the diagnosis of endometriosis by 20% (level III) [4,8]. CPT code 58555 is included in CPT codes 58558- 58565. For a laparoscopic BSO with staging (for a patient with prior hysterectomy, for instance), you can use the CPT code 38573 (Laparoscopy, surgical; with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy and peri-aortic lymph node sampling, peritoneal washings, peritoneal biopsy (ies), omentectomy, and diaphragmatic washings, including diaphragmatic and other The colon can be mobilized and the lesser sac inspected. A number of other payers also use the CCI as part of the claims review process. Hodgkins lymphoma originates in one nodal group and spreads in a stepwise manner to contiguous nodal groups. No mortality has been reported. The procedure may also facilitate a shorter time to adjuvant therapy initiation compared with laparotomy, but data are too limited to provide a firm recommendation. In 2018, the CPT code 38573 (Laparoscopy, surgical; with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy and peri-aortic lymph node sampling, peritoneal washings, peritoneal biopsy(ies), omentectomy, and diaphragmatic washings, including diaphragmatic and other serosal biopsy(ies), when performed.) Diagnostic laparoscopy in infertility: a retrospective study. This policy applies to all endoscopic procedures, not only those of the genitourinary system. In this case, 49320(Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen[s] by brushing or washing [separate procedure]), 49000 (Exploratory laparotomy, exploratory celiotomy with or without biopsy[s] [separate procedure]), 49203-49205 (Excision or destruction, open, intra-abdominal tumors, cysts or endometriomas, 1 or more peritoneal, mesenteric, or retroperitoneal primary or secondary tumors; ), and 58740 (Lysis of adhesions [salpingolysis, ovariolysis]). When EMG is performed as part of a biofeedback session, neither CPT code 51784 nor 51785 shall be reported unless a significant, separately identifiable diagnostic EMG service is provided. This examination is included in the evaluation and management service at the time the decision to perform the procedure is made. The current role of staging laparoscopy for adenocarcinoma of the pancreas: a review. PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: 1. Compared with open exploration, patients undergoing SL with laparoscopic ultrasound have been reported to have shorter hospital stay (9 vs. 2.2 5 days, respectively) and earlier time to adjuvant therapy (23 vs. 6 days, respectively) (level II, III) [2-3]. It has been hypothesized that laparoscopic orchidopexy may decrease the rate of testicular atrophy by preserving the vascular supply as it can be performed usually in one stage. A diagnostic laparoscopy (CPT 49320) or laparotomy (CPT 49000) should only be entered as the main surgical procedure if no other assessable procedure was Thaler K, Kanneganti S, Khajanchee Y, et al. Procedure-related complications include bowel injuries, bleeding, urologic injuries, vaginal cuff wounds, peritonitis, and pelvic pain. 1. Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information provided. Bleeding, infection, bowel injury, bile leak, and anesthesia-related complications may occur. Staging laparoscopy may be useful in determining the stage and location of the disease, as this may affect decisions regarding treatment, particularly the administration of chemotherapy. The reoperation rate was reported to be 7.4% in one study (for drainage of intra-abdominal abscesses, continued sepsis, or pancreatic debridement (level III) [7]. It includes bivalving, coring, or morcellating the excised tissues, as required. Medline Patients with primary hepatic cancers that appear resectable on preoperative imaging may benefit from SL with laparoscopic ultrasound to evaluate extent, location, and size of disease (grade C). If there was just lysis of adhesions without debulking, then 58150-22 or 58956-52. Laparoscopic oophorectomy Dense adhesions that impair inspection and examination with the ultrasound probe are the main reason for technical failures. Gastric or duodenal stimulation testing (e.g., CPT codes 43755, 43757) may be facilitated by gastrointestinal endoscopy (e.g., procurement of gastric or duodenal specimens). Bedside diagnostic laparoscopy in the intensive care unit: a 13-year experience. To report a diagnostic laparoscopy (peritoneoscopy) (separate procedure), use 49320. Therefore, CPT code 49320 is included in CPT codes 38120, 38570- 38572, 43280, 43651-43653, 44180-44227, 44970, 47562-47570, 49321-49323, 49650-49651, 54690-54692, 55550, 58545-58554, 58660- 58673, and 60650. When all preoperative imaging indicates no metastatic disease, SL with or without laparoscopic ultrasound has a sensitivity of 71% in finding peritoneal metastases, 78% for nodal metastases, and 86% for liver metastases (level II) [2]. Youll see that CPT labels a diagnostic laparoscopy (49320) as a separate procedure. Disclaimer: Answers to incoming questions are provided by the members of the Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO) Coding and Reimbursement subcommittee and represent their opinion based upon the current and usual practices in the field. There is also a lack of uniformity and detail in the reported selection criteria and noninvasive imaging prior to the procedure. An unlisted must be reported. Preoperatively coagulopathy should be corrected to the extent possible. In addition, exploratory laparotomy has been avoided in 17-40% of cases (level II, III) [1,5-8]. Staging laparoscopy can detect peritoneal or superficial liver metastases (23%), which are often not detected by preoperative imaging (level III) [1]. If no metastatic disease is discovered, then the left lateral lobe of the liver is elevated to expose the entire stomach. The most common CPT codes are 52601 and 52620. Laparoscopic-assisted orchidopexy has been associated with 0-2.2% testicular atrophy and 97% success rates. 58953-58954 may be used with any diagnosis. In a disease with such a poor prognosis even after curative resection, it is not only important to identify patients with resectable disease but also to spare patients with incurable disease the morbidity, inconvenience, and expense of an unnecessary operation. Acute pain related to the surgical procedure. The two groups differ in their patterns of spread and in prognosis. Based on the reviewer grading of all articles, we devised the recommendations included in these guidelines. CPT code 49321 describes a laparoscopic biopsy. Computed Tomography and Laparoscopy in the Assessment of the Patient With Pancreatic Cancer, Essentials in biliopancreatic staging: a decision analysis, Laparoscopic staging of gastric cancer: an overview. The quality of the available studies on SL for patients with pancreas cancer is limited; no level I evidence exists. The risk of complications was related to the complexity of surgery and the experience of the laparoscopist. Each clinical practice guideline has been systematically researched, reviewed and revised by the guidelines committee, and reviewed by an appropriate multidisciplinary team. The uterus is then removed through the vagina. Staging laparoscopy can be performed safely in patients with cancers of the biliary tract and gallbladder (grade B). Diagnostic laparoscopy has been demonstrated to identify endometriosis, adhesions, or other abnormalities of the appendix and ovaries as the source of chronic pelvic pain [3]. Long-Term Care. Guidelines are intended to be flexible. Codes 58953-58956 can be used for cancer at all sites including the uterus. Prospective, blinded comparison of laparoscopic ultrasonography vs. contrast-enhanced computerized tomography for liver assessment in patients undergoing colorectal carcinoma surgery. This procedure may be performed at the same surgical session following removal of all gross tumors from the abdominal cavity. Instruments used to enlarge a small opening. In a cost utility analysis of the most effective management strategy for pancreatic cancer patients, at least a 30% yield was needed for SL to be more cost-effective than open exploration (level III) [35]. An angled scope is used at the periumbilical trocar site for inspection of the intra-abdominal organs, including the surface of the liver, gallbladder, stomach, intestine, pelvic organs, and visible retroperitoneal surfaces along with examination of free intraperitoneal fluid. J Am Assoc Gynecol Laparosc. All Rights Reserved. Diagnostic laparoscopy may play a role as an adjunct to other diagnostic tests, especially when the diagnosis is in question or to grade the severity of disease. False. SGO BRIDGES Research Initiative Meet the Mentors, SGO BRIDGES Research Initiative Meet the Scholars, Diversity, Inclusion, and Health Equity Blog, SGO Coding Corner: Use of modifier when taking the patient back to the operating room for a reoperation | Dennis Yi-Shin Kuo, MD, MMM, Coding Corner: ICD-10 Codes for Social Determinants of Health | Karin Shih, MD, FACOG, FACS, CMS Releases 2023 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule, Coding Corner: Coding for Radical Hysterectomy | Leslie Bradford, MD, D39.1 Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of ovary, D39.10 Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of unspecified ovary, D39.11 Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of right ovary, D39.12 Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of left ovary, C56.9 Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary. The overall analysis of SL in esophageal cancer is difficult, given the inconsistency of the reported data. The presumed benefit of earlier time to adjuvant therapy has not been addressed in the literature. The procedure enables the direct inspection of large surface areas of intra-abdominal organs and facilitates obtaining biopsy specimens, cultures, and aspiration. CPT code 49002 describes a procedure that may be used in instances of trauma, sepsis, or ischemic bowel surgery to examine the progress of healing, check on the integrity of an anastomosis, detect missed injuries or further ischemia, and irrigate the abdomen. Diagnostic laparoscopy is technically feasible and can be applied safely in appropriated selected ICU patients (grade B). It should be considered for the diagnosis or the grading of liver disease when other less invasive modalities fail to provide a diagnosis or are associated with a high bleeding risk in coagulopathic patients (grade C). There are no available data on the cost effectiveness of DL for infertility. The second stage of the procedure is usually performed approximately 6 months later through a high groin incision mobilizing the testicle into the scrotum. Biopsy of cul-de-sac 5738003. The search strategy is shown in Figure 1 at the end of this document. However, the average length of stay after SL is 2-3 days, which compares favorably with laparotomy (level II) [2,4]. B., Neto, M. P., Sousa, M. M., Fogagnoli, W. G., Cunha, A. G., Castro, M. M., and Santana, P. A., Jr. Cuesta, M. A., Eijsbouts, Q. Staging laparoscopy may spare patients the morbidity of an unnecessary laparotomy and provide tissue to confirm the diagnosis of non-Hodgkin lymphoma or allow the surgical staging of Hodgkin lymphoma. Preoperative imaging to determine resectability of biliary tract cancers often includes ultrasound, CT scan, direct cholangiography (PTC or ERCP), and/or MRCP. One in four intraoperative complications was missed during the procedure. Incidental includes procedures that can be performed along with the primary procedure, but are not essential to complete the procedure. Although in the initial reports on DL for ICU patients the procedure was performed in the operating room, most recent studies have applied the procedure exclusively at the bedside. However, the procedure misses 6% (range, 5-25) of patients whose disease is identified as unresectable during an ensuing laparotomy (level II-III) [2-23]. Diagnostic laparoscopy can be used safely in female patients with infertility (grade B). Prior to completion of the surgical procedure, a warmed chemotherapy solution is administered directly into the abdominal cavity, allowed to dwell, and then drained while the patient is under general anesthesia. Jarnagin WR, Bodniewicz J, Dougherty E, Conlon K, Blumgart LH, Fong Y. 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