Universal newborn congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) screening
Position StatementIt is estimated that 1 in every 200 US newborns have congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV). Delayed identification of cCMV in newborns precludes timely interventi…
Add-on Code G2211 Implementation Effective Jan 1, 2024
CPT for ENTsQ: What is G2211?The CY24 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule finalized the implementation of the E/M add-on HCPCS code G2211, which took effect on Janu…
CPT for ENT: Coding 31000 with Balloon Dilation Procedures
CPT for ENTsCPT for ENT: Coding 31000 with Balloon Dilation ProceduresQ: I’ve noticed that there are not any coding edits in place for CPT 31000 Lavage by cannulation; max…
CPT for ENT: Balloon Sinus Dilation
CPT for ENTsIn 2009, the AAO-HNS submitted three new code requests in to the AMA for Category I CPT codes for the use of stand-alone balloon sinus dilation technology duri…
CPT for ENT: Nasal Endoscopy and Laryngoscopy on the Same Date of Service
CPT for ENTsIn late 2006, there was a proposal from CMS and NCCI to remove the modifier over-ride of CPT code 31231 –Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (…
CPT for ENT: Nasal Endoscopy with a Tonsillectomy & Adenoidectomy
CPT for ENTsQ. What are the appropriate codes to report when a physician performs a nasal endoscopy and obtains multiple biopsies of the nasopharyngeal tissue in conjuncti…
CPT for ENT: Nasal Sinus Endoscopy
CPT for ENTsThere have been a number of member inquiries on the correct usage of CPT® codes 31233 Nasal/sinus endoscopy, diagnostic with maxillary sinusoscopy (via inferio…
CPT for ENT: Turbinectomy Guidance
CPT for ENTsQ: I am experiencing denials on turbinectomy codes 30130 and 30140 when billed concurrently with a septoplasty or endoscopic sinus surgery procedures. Can you …
CPT for ENT: Reporting Radiofrequency Ablation and Out-fracturing of Inferior Turbinates
CPT for ENTsQ. What are the appropriate codes to report when a physician performs a superficial radiofrequency ablation at the same session as out-fracturing both inferior…
CPT for ENT: Septoplasty and Ablation of the Inferior Turbinates on the Same Date of Service
CPT for ENTsIn November 2009, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed to change the Correct Coding Institute (CCI) modifier edit for the CPT code pai…
CPT for ENT: Concha Bullosa with other Turbinate Procedures
CPT for ENTsQ: Is it appropriate to bill for resection of a concha bullosa with other turbinate procedures?A: Yes, under certain circumstances which require a detailed rev…
CPT for ENT: Anterior Submucous Resectioning of the Inferior Turbinates
CPT for ENTsQ: How can I report the anterior submucous resectioning of the inferior turbinates (bilaterally), with additional posterior volumetric reduction using a microd…
CPT for ENT: Sinusectomy Codes
CPT for ENTsClarification on Reporting the Sinusectomy CPT CodesQ. When a surgeon suctions purulent mucoid material from any of the sinuses, is this considered removal of …
CPT for ENT: Placement of Absorbable Nasal Implant to Treat Nasal Valve Collapse
CPT for ENTsQ: Would insertion of an absorbable nasal implant, such as Latera®, to treat nasal obstruction from valve collapse be reported with CPT code 30465, Repair of n…
CPT for ENT: Changes to the FESS and BSD Family of Codes for CY 2018
CPT for ENTsAs AAO-HNS members are likely aware, 2018 brings significant changes to the Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (“FESS”) and Sinus Ostial Dilation (e.g., balloon sinus di…
AAO38: Thyroidectomy and Parathyroidectomy Nerve Injury
Quality MeasureDownload PDFHigh Priority Status: Yes / OutcomeCBE Number: N/AMeasure Description:Percentage of patients that had a thyroidectomy and/or parathyroidectomy and …
AAO39: Neck Mass Evaluation
Quality MeasureDownload PDFHigh Priority Status: No / N/ACBE Number: N/AMeasure Description:Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older diagnosed with a neck mass and susp…
AAO37: Dysphonia: Laryngeal Examination
Quality MeasureDownload PDFHigh Priority Status: Yes / Care CoordinationCBE Number: N/AMeasure Description:Percentage of patients who were diagnosed with dysphonia who receiv…
