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Jun 18th, 2009 - crodgers

pre op appointment

What CPT code is used for a pre op appointment from a pediatrician?

Jun 18th, 2009 -

Is it for medical clearance?

If the patient was referred from the surgeon back to the primary doc for medical evaluation prior to surgery then use the outpatient consultation codes 99241-5. Be sure the note says "referred by Dr X for pre-op eval" and "copy to Dr X of this report". If the patient was not referred but the parent made the appt on their own or at your request, then it is a standard office visit.

Jun 18th, 2009 - Codapedia Editor 1,399 

Pre ops

http://www.codapedia.com/~article_58_.cfm

Take a look at this article.

Jun 18th, 2009 - nmaguire   2,606 

Pre-op

Preoperative Consultation Must be medically necessary and not a routine screening prior to a surgical procedure



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