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Hello, I am new to coding Orthopedics and our providers have started working together on our SCS Implants.
Our Orthopedic Surgeon is performing the Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator paddles with code 63655, while our Pain Management provider places the SCS generator with code 63685. The providers are stating they should only have 1 opt note referencing each part.
My question is being that they are doing specifically separate parts (CPT Codes):
1. Do they need separate opt notes or is one okay?
2. Are they considered co-surgeons needing modifier 62 appended?
3. Should they each have a claim submitted with Modifier 62 appended?
ie Dr. A claim with only 63655-62 and Dr. B claim with only 63685-62?
Any help would be appreciated.
Thank you in advance.
Our Orthopedic Surgeon is performing the Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator paddles with code 63655, while our Pain Management provider places the SCS generator with code 63685. The providers are stating they should only have 1 opt note referencing each part.
My question is being that they are doing specifically separate parts (CPT Codes):
1. Do they need separate opt notes or is one okay?
2. Are they considered co-surgeons needing modifier 62 appended?
3. Should they each have a claim submitted with Modifier 62 appended?
ie Dr. A claim with only 63655-62 and Dr. B claim with only 63685-62?
Any help would be appreciated.
Thank you in advance.