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58578 Unlisted laps procedures uterus

Surgery

Also known as: unlisted laparoscopic uterine procedure

Unlisted laparoscopic procedure on uterus is a code for novel, emerging, or unusual laparoscopic procedures on the uterus not described by other codes.

In Plain Language

Unusual laparoscopic uterus surgery; New laparoscopic uterus procedure

Clinical Context

Used for innovative or unusual laparoscopic uterine procedures. Requires documentation justifying the procedure. Used when no other code accurately describes the intervention.

RVU Information

CPT 58578 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

Gynecology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 58578?

CPT 58578 (Unlisted laps procedures uterus) is a Surgery code. Unlisted laparoscopic procedure on uterus is a code for novel, emerging, or unusual laparoscopic procedures on the uterus not described by other codes.

What is the wRVU value for CPT 58578?

The work RVU for CPT 58578 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Gynecology.

When is CPT 58578 used?

Used for innovative or unusual laparoscopic uterine procedures. Requires documentation justifying the procedure. Used when no other code accurately describes the intervention.

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