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Nephrolithotomy Prep and Modifiers

Date: Jun 2, 2015

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I have a two-fold question: 1) What CPT codes would you recommend for a diagnostic percutaneous nephrostogram, nephroureterostomy placement, and nephrostomy placement in one kidney in preparation for a nephrolithotomy the next day by a urologist? Would you use 50393, 50392, and 50390? The notes do not mention dilation. 2) If yes, would the -XU modifier be used instead of -59 in 2015?

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