Radical Intraoral Surgery

Extensive surgical procedures inside the mouth.

CPT code:

176

Category:

Category I

Section:

Anesthesia

Specialty:

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Anesthesia

Type:

Surgical

Radical intraoral surgery encompasses complex and extensive procedures within the oral cavity. These surgeries may involve significant tissue removal, reconstruction, or the correction of severe oral conditions, such as oral cancers, traumatic injuries, or congenital anomalies. The aim is to improve oral function and aesthetics.

Under what category does Radical Intraoral Surgery fall?

Category I

What is the billing unit for Radical Intraoral Surgery?

Per Procedure

Modifiers

Clinical use

CPT code 00176 is used for diagnostic pericardiocentesis, which is the removal of fluid from the pericardial sac surrounding the heart. This procedure is performed to diagnose and relieve pericardial effusion, often caused by infections, tumors, or cardiac conditions.

Documentation

Comprehensive documentation for 00176 includes the patient's clinical history, the rationale for pericardiocentesis, procedure details, including the volume of fluid removed, any complications, and the analysis of the pericardial fluid, including cell count, protein levels, and microbiology results.