On Demand: Vascular Coding Series 3: Open Vessel Procedures-Presentation Slides

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The document is a comprehensive guide on vascular surgery coding, tailored for professionals in medical billing and coding, particularly those attending MedAxiom's Revenue Cycle Solutions webcasts. It is not to be distributed without permission and includes detailed procedural codes, examples, and guidelines for reporting vascular surgeries, such as bypass grafts, endarterectomies, and arteriovenous fistula creations, both with autogenous (patient’s own) and synthetic materials.<br /><br />The document outlines various types of vascular bypass procedures, such as lower extremity bypass with vein and in-situ vein options, which involve using the patient’s own vein, and with other materials like synthetic grafts. Clear instructions on reporting these bypasses, including contingencies for different arterial interventions and add-on codes, are provided. It further details upper extremity bypass grafts, intra-abdominal, and cerebral bypasses.<br /><br />Case scenarios provided demonstrate common coding applications, illustrating procedures with corresponding CPT codes. For example, the document discusses lower extremity bypasses using synthetic materials and in-situ vein techniques, emphasizing correct coding to ensure accurate medical billing.<br /><br />Furthermore, the document includes disclaimers, notably from MedAxiom and the American Medical Association (AMA), emphasizing the educational purpose of the provided information and the users’ responsibility for accurate coding practices. Legal and financial advice, coding accuracy, and compliance with updated policies are stressed, indicating the document's intent to serve as a guide rather than an authoritative resource for payment claims. Additionally, it highlights the importance of staying informed with local payer policies and consulting experts for coding queries.

Keywords

vascular surgery coding

medical billing

MedAxiom

procedural codes

bypass grafts

endarterectomies

arteriovenous fistula

CPT codes

synthetic grafts

coding compliance