Jun 1, 2014 · First, Some Background Information CPT® 20610 describes aspiration (removal of fluid) from, or injection into, a major joint (defined as a shoulder, hip, knee, or subacromial …

Aug 15, 2017 · During either joint aspiration or injection, imaging guidance may be employed to ensure accurate needle placement. For CPT® 2015, the AMA revised previous joint (or bursa) …

May 30, 2017 · You may report multiple units of a single code for aspiration/injection of multiple joints of same size. (e.g., two large joints, left knee and left shoulder). If aspirations and/or …

Codes 20610 and 20611 are reported to identify arthrocentesis procedures for major joints or bursas (eg, shoulder, hip, or knee). Code 20610 is used when the procedure is performed …

Dec 1, 2020 · This procedure is called arthrocentesis, commonly known as joint aspiration. Usually performed in a doctor’s office, arthrocentesis is often used both as a diagnostic and a …

Mar 7, 2016 · You may report multiple units of 20610 only if aspiration/injection was performed in more than one major joint. (e.g., both knees, left knee and left shoulder). If aspirations and/or …

Nov 1, 2017 · For example, 20610 specifies “arthrocentesis, aspiration, and/or injection of a major joint or bursa.” Per CPT® guidance, if an aspiration is performed on a major joint/bursa, and …

Dec 5, 2024 · The patient complains of pain and swelling. After an appropriate history and exam, the physician decides to tap the left knee joint as, upon exam, it is spongy, indicating fluid in …

Feb 16, 2011 · hi all, I need a clarification if this can be coded as 20610 or 10160 Indication:right popliteal cyst PROCEDURE: Informed consent was obtained. The patient's posterior right …

Dec 4, 2017 · 58: Related procedure during the postoperative period by same physician; or 78: Unplanned return to procedure room for related procedure in the postoperative period, i.e. …