"This chapter will discuss CPT®, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II coding for the respiratory, hemic and lymphatic systems, and the mediastinum and diaphragm. Codes found in the respiratory portion of CPT® codes (30000– 32999) describe procedures of the nose, accessory sinuses, larynx (voice box), trachea, bronchi, and the lungs and pleura. The mediastinum is the central cavity of the chest. CPT® 39000–39499 describe procedures of the cavity itself, not of the organs (such as the heart) contained within it.The thoracic diaphragm (CPT® 39501–39599) divides the thoracic cavity from the abdomen, and enables respiration and speech. The hemic and lymphatic systems (CPT® 38100–38999) include the spleen and bone marrow, and the lymph nodes and lymphatic channels (p. 277)."
American Academy of Professional Coders. (2016). Medical Coding Training: CPC ®. Salt Lake City, UT: Author.
Understand basic anatomy and functions of the respiratory system, hemic and lymphatic systems, mediastinum and diaphragm.
Define key terms relevant to these systems.
Provide practical advice to overcome the most common CPT® coding dilemmas involving these systems.
Discuss application of most-frequently used CPT® modifiers.
Review diagnoses common to the respiratory system, the hemic and lymphatic systems, and the mediastinum and diaphragm.
Introduce HCPCS Level II codes and coding guidelines as they apply to these systems.
Supply hands-on examples and review material to improve your mastery of the above concepts.