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  1. Wiki - 63030 vs 63047 - hemilaminectomy - AAPC

    Jul 15, 2009 · Dr. has L5-L4 hemilaminectomy, foraminectomy on the right side. I am saying 63030, but he is saying 63047 because of the foraminectomy. This cannot be correct? CPT …

  2. cpt 63030 vs 63047 | Medical Billing and Coding Forum - AAPC

    May 9, 2013 · Answer: The interspace code 63030 (Laminotomy [hemilaminectomy], with decompression of nerve root, including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of …

  3. CPT® Code 63046 - Posterior Extradural Laminotomy or ... - AAPC

    The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 63046 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Posterior Extradural Laminotomy …

  4. Lumbar Laminectomy Surgery for Spinal Stenosis (Open …

    Lumbar laminectomy, also called open decompression, is a surgical procedure performed to treat the symptoms of central spinal stenosis or narrowing of the spinal canal. The surgery involves …

  5. Recovery After Lumbar Laminectomy (Open Decompression) for …

    After lumbar laminectomy, gradual recovery involves pain management, mobility improvement, and physical therapy for spinal stenosis relief.

  6. Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve …

    HCPCS Code for Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root (s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and excision of herniated intervertebral disc, and repair of …

  7. Spine Surgery Coding Made Simple - AAPC Knowledge Center

    Sep 1, 2013 · Spine procedure coding can make even the most confident coder squirm. But spine procedure coding doesn’t have to be difficult.

  8. Tap Surgery Type, Avoid Pressure on Spinal Decompressions - AAPC

    Jul 8, 2020 · A laminotomy, also known as hemilaminectomy or a partial laminectomy, “involves removing the upper and lower portions of adjacent laminae (that is, the laminae on either side …

  9. Multi-Level Hemilaminectomies : You Be the Coder - AAPC

    Mar 7, 2023 · On your claim, report 63020 (Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root (s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated …

  10. Bilateral Lumbar Laminectomy : Reader Question - AAPC

    Apr 1, 2001 · Answer: Code 63042 (laminotomy [hemilaminectomy], with decompression of nerve root [s], including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral …