CPT Code 49329: Unlisted laparoscopy procedure, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum

CPT Code 49329: Unlisted laparoscopy procedure, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum

Learn how to properly use CPT code 49329 for unlisted laparoscopic procedures involving the abdomen, peritoneum, or omentum.

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Yes. CPT code 49329 is an unlisted code used to report laparoscopic procedures involving the abdomen, peritoneum, or omentum that do not have an existing, specific CPT code. Because it is unlisted, its use requires thorough documentation, including a detailed operative report and justification comparing the procedure to a similar listed code.

An unlisted laparoscopy abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum procedure refers to any minimally invasive surgical intervention involving these anatomical regions that a designated CPT code cannot accurately describe.

The CPT code for laparoscopic ligation depends on the procedure and anatomical site. For example, 58670 is used for tubal ligation, while 58661 covers salpingectomy or oophorectomy that may involve ligation. If no specific code applies, use 49329 with proper documentation.

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