Spine Procedure

Can you bill procedure code 63042 with procedure code 63047-59?

Jun 28th, 2012 - nmaguire 2,606

re: Spine Procedure

Code 63047 includes code 63042. You can bill 63042 only if a separate procedure not related to performing code 63047. If this is the case place -59 on code 63042 (CCI edits)

Jun 28th, 2012 - juliedoley 1

re: Spine Procedure

Do you know if either procedure code can be billed by the assistant surgeron?

Jun 28th, 2012 - nmaguire 2,606

re: Spine Procedure

Yes, they do allow an assist