icd 10 pcs code for laparoscopic occlusion of bilateral fallopian tubes with falope rings

What is the ICD 10 code for occlusion of bilateral fallopian tubes?

0UL73ZZ is a valid billable ICD-10 procedure code for Occlusion of Bilateral Fallopian Tubes, Percutaneous Approach . It is found in the 2021 version of the ICD-10 Procedure Coding System (PCS) and can be used in all HIPAA-covered transactions from Oct 01, 2020 - Sep 30, 2021 .

What is the ICD 10 code for procedure 0ul70zz?

ICD-10-PCS 0UL70ZZ is a specific/billable code that can be used to indicate a procedure. ICD-10-PCS 0UL70ZZ is intended for females as it is clinically and virtually impossible to be applicable to a male.

Is bilateral tubal occlusion the same as tubal ligation?

Tubal Occlusion was a procedure similar to tubal ligation. It also worked by creating a barrier in the fallopian tube, preventing eggs from reaching the uterus. Rather than performing surgery to close off the tubes, however, a small metal coil was inserted into the tubes (via a catheter through the uterus).

What is the ICD 10 code for tubal occlusion?

ICD-10 Code for Tubal ligation status- Z98. 51- Codify by AAPC.

What is ICD-10-PCS code for bilateral tubal ligation?

The code is 66.29, Other bilateral endoscopic destruction or occlusion of fallopian tubes. The root operation Occlusion is coded when the objective of the procedure is to close off a tubular body part or orifice.

What is bilateral laparoscopic fallopian tube ligation?

What is a laparoscopic bilateral tubal ligation? Tubal ligation is a surgical procedure that creates permanent contraception, or sterilization. It is commonly referred to as having your “tubes tied.” The surgery blocks your fallopian tubes, preventing sperm from meeting egg, effectively preventing pregnancy.

What is diagnosis code Z31 41?

Z31. 41 Encounter for fertility testing - ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Codes.

What is the CPT code for laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy?

58661Report CPT code 58661, Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy), would be reported for the bilateral salpingectomy.

Which root operation is fallopian tube ligation an example of?

occlusion root operationThe occlusion root operation is similar to restriction with the key difference being complete closure rather than partial closure. Examples of occlusion procedures include fallopian tube ligation and ligation of inferior vena cava.

What is the appropriate code for tubal ligation performed by an OB GYN?

5860058600 (Ligation or transection of fallopian tube(s), abdominal or vaginal approach, unilateral or bilateral)

What is the PCS code for bilateral salpingo oophorectomy?

The best approach is to report code 58953 (Bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy with omentectomy, total abdominal hysterectomy and radical dissection for debulking) plus the appropriate colectomy code (e.g., 44145) or other more appropriate code.

What is the meaning of bilateral tubal occlusion?

A Bilateral Tubal Ligation (BTL) is a surgical procedure that involves blocking the fallopian tubes to prevent the ovum (egg) from being fertilized. It can be done by cutting, burning or removing sections of the fallopian tubes or by placing clips on each tube.

What is bilateral blocked fallopian tubes?

About Bilateral fallopian tube blockage Fallopian tube obstruction is a major cause of female infertility. Blocked fallopian tubes are unable to let the ovum and the sperm converge, thus making fertilization impossible. Approximately 20% of female infertility can be attributed to tubal causes.

What is the difference between tubal ligation and laparoscopy?

Topic Overview. A tubal ligation is considered a permanent method of birth control. The fallopian tubes are cut or blocked, which prevents pregnancy by blocking the egg's path to the sperm and uterus. Laparoscopy makes it possible to see and do the surgery through small incisions in the abdomen.

Code Edits

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Convert 0UL74ZZ to ICD-9-PCS

The following crosswalk between ICD-10-PCS to ICD-9-PCS is based based on the General Equivalence Mappings (GEMS) information:

What is ICD-10-PCS?

The ICD-10 Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) is a catalog of procedural codes used by medical professionals for hospital inpatient healthcare settings. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) maintain the catalog in the U.S. releasing yearly updates.

Open Approach

Cutting through the skin or mucous membrane and any other body layers necessary to expose the site of the procedure

Percutaneous Approach

Entry, by puncture or minor incision, of instrumentation through the skin or mucous membrane and any other body layers necessary to reach the site of the procedure

Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach

Entry, by puncture or minor incision, of instrumentation through the skin or mucous membrane and any other body layers necessary to reach and visualize the site of the procedure

Via Natural or Artificial Opening Approach

Entry of instrumentation through a natural or artificial external opening to reach the site of the procedure

Via Natural or Artificial Opening Endoscopic Approach

Entry of instrumentation through a natural or artificial external opening to reach and visualize the site of the procedure