The Neurosurgery Coding Coach
KZA consultants discuss two frequently asked neurosurgery coding questions every month. Our coding experts are also available for hourly coding consultations and can provide a customized coding and documentation review for your practice.
March 18, 2010
Decompressive Craniotomy/Craniectomy
Question:
My doctor said he did a “decompressive hemicraniectomy.” I’ve never seen him say this before - what code do I use?
Answer:
You will want to look at 61322 (Craniectomy or craniotomy, decompressive, with or without duraplasty, for treatment of intracranial hypertension, without evacuation of associated intraparenchymal hematoma; without lobectomy) or 61323 (same with lobectomy).
If you have questions or would like to speak to Kim or Teri about how this affects your practice, please contact Robin Delgatto at KZA (rdelgatto@karenzupko.com or 312.642.5616), and he will be happy to share with you KZA’s fees for this service.
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