Iridectomy is a surgical procedure involving the removal of a portion of the iris, the colored part of the eye. This can be done to treat conditions like glaucoma or to correct structural abnormalities in the iris. The procedure is tailored to the specific eye condition and the patient's needs.
Under what category does Iridectomy fall?
Category I
What is the billing unit for Iridectomy?
Per Procedure
Modifiers
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Clinical use
CPT code 00147 is used for transcatheter therapy, which often involves embolization procedures. It is employed to treat various conditions, such as bleeding vessels, aneurysms, or abnormal blood flow. The procedure involves the selective catheterization of specific vessels and the administration of therapeutic agents or embolic materials to address the underlying condition.
Documentation
Proper documentation for 00147 includes the patient's medical history, the rationale for the therapy, details of the procedure, including the types and quantities of therapeutic agents or embolic materials used, and any intraoperative complications. The report should describe the outcome and post-procedure care instructions.
