CPC · Question #32
The gastroenterologist performs a simple excision of three external hemorrhoids and one internal hemorrhoid, each lying along the left lateral column. The operative report indicates that the…
The correct answer is C. 46255, K64.0, K64.4. CPT® code 46255 describes the excision of both internal and external hemorrhoids, which matches the procedure described. The ICD-10-CM codes K64.0 (First degree hemorrhoids) and K64.4 (Residual hemorrhoids) describe the conditions treated.
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The gastroenterologist performs a simple excision of three external hemorrhoids and one internal hemorrhoid, each lying along the left lateral column. The operative report indicates that the internal hemorrhoid is not prolapsed and is outside of the anal canal. What CPT® and ICD-10CM codes are reported?
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- A46320, 46945, K64.0, K64.9
- B46250, K64.0, K64.9
- C46255, K64.0, K64.4
- D46250, 46945, K64.0, K64.4
How the community answered
(37 responses)- A11% (4)
- B24% (9)
- C59% (22)
- D5% (2)
Explanation
CPT® code 46255 describes the excision of both internal and external hemorrhoids, which matches the procedure described. The ICD-10-CM codes K64.0 (First degree hemorrhoids) and K64.4 (Residual hemorrhoids) describe the conditions treated.
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