| HCPCS Code: |
C9729 |
| Long Description: |
Percutaneous laminotomy/laminectomy (intralaminar approach) for decompression of neural elements, (with ligamentous resection, discectomy, facetectomy and/or foraminotomy, when performed) any method under indirect image guidance, with the use of an endoscope when performed, single or multiple levels, unilateral or bilateral; lumbar |
| Short Description: |
Percut lumbar lami |
| Pricing Indicator 1: |
53 (Statute) |
| Multiple Pricing Code: |
A (Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology) |
| Statute Number: |
1833(t) |
| Coverage Code: |
D (Special coverage instructions apply) |
| ASC Payment Group Code: |
|
| Processing Note Number: |
0093 |
| Berenson-Eggers Type of Service (BETOS) Code: |
P1F (Major procedure - explor/decompr/excisdisc) |
| Type of Service Code 1: |
2 (Surgery) |
| Anesthesia Base Unit Quality: |
0 |
| Code Added: |
01-04-2011 |
| Action Effective Date: |
01-07-2011 |
| Termination Date: |
30-06-2011 |
| Action Code: |
N (No maintenance for this code) |
