42999 Unlisted procedures phrnx adnd/tnsl
Also known as: unlisted pharyngeal procedure, unlisted throat surgery
Unlisted surgical procedure for the pharynx, larynx, adenoid, and tonsil region to report a procedure not described by other Current Procedural Terminology codes.
In Plain Language
surgery on throat or voice box not otherwise described
Clinical Context
Used when new or unusual procedures of pharynx, larynx, adenoid, and tonsil region are performed that do not fit other specific codes. Requires description of procedure.
RVU Information
CPT 42999 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 42999?
CPT 42999 (Unlisted procedures phrnx adnd/tnsl) is a Surgery code. Unlisted surgical procedure for the pharynx, larynx, adenoid, and tonsil region to report a procedure not described by other Current Procedural Terminology codes.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 42999?
The work RVU for CPT 42999 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Otolaryngology.
When is CPT 42999 used?
Used when new or unusual procedures of pharynx, larynx, adenoid, and tonsil region are performed that do not fit other specific codes. Requires description of procedure.
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