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Office or other outpatient visit
Evaluation and management of an established patient...
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This code is for use in medical billing and coding.
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This code is part of the section of CPT codes.
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management...
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This description reflects the 2021 E/M coding guidelines.
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codes are used to report evaluation and management services provided in various settings.
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RVUs are used to determine the fee for a service under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule.
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This code is commonly used by primary care providers, but may be used by any specialty providing office visits.
Significant, separately identifiable E/M service
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Detail About CPT 30520
Related Codes Table
| CPT Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 30520 | Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft |
| 30140 | Submucous resection inferior turbinates, partial or complete, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency) |
| 30930 | Rhinoplasty, secondary; minor revision (small amount of nasal tip work) |
| 31295 | Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with dilation of maxillary sinus ostium (e.g., balloon dilation) |
| 31296 | Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with dilation of frontal sinus ostium (e.g., balloon dilation) |
Commonly Billed With
30520 is commonly billed with CPT codes 30140 (Submucous resection inferior turbinates) and 30930 (Rhinoplasty, secondary).
Clinical Scenarios
Scenario 1: Septoplasty Only
In this scenario, the provider performs septoplasty without any additional procedures.
Scenario 2: Septoplasty with Cartilage Scoring
The provider performs septoplasty along with cartilage scoring to reshape the nasal structure.
Scenario 3: Submucous Resection with Graft
This scenario involves submucous resection with the addition of cartilage graft for reconstruction.
FAQ Section
Can septoplasty be performed without cartilage scoring?
Yes, septoplasty can be performed as a standalone procedure without cartilage scoring.
Is cartilage replacement always necessary in septoplasty?
No, cartilage replacement is not always necessary and depends on the specific case.
What are some common additional procedures billed with 30520?
Commonly billed procedures include inferior turbinate resection and secondary rhinoplasty.
Can septoplasty be performed under local anesthesia?
Yes, septoplasty can be performed under local anesthesia in many cases.
Is 30520 typically an outpatient procedure?
Yes, 30520 is often performed on an outpatient basis unless there are specific medical considerations.
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