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The procedure described by CPT® Code 15828 refers to a rhytidectomy, specifically targeting the areas of the cheek, chin, and neck. In simpler terms, this surgical intervention is commonly known as a facelift, which aims to reduce the appearance of sagging skin and wrinkles in these facial regions. The physician performs the procedure by making an incision along a natural wrinkle line, which helps to conceal the surgical scar. During the operation, excess skin is carefully trimmed away to achieve a smoother and more youthful contour. After the removal of the excess skin, the wound is meticulously closed in multiple layers to promote optimal healing and minimize scarring. This technique not only enhances the aesthetic appearance of the face but also restores a more youthful profile by tightening the underlying tissues.
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The rhytidectomy procedure indicated by CPT® Code 15828 is performed for various reasons related to the aging process and cosmetic enhancement. The following conditions or symptoms may warrant this surgical intervention:
The rhytidectomy procedure involves several critical steps to ensure effective results. Each step is designed to address the specific areas of concern while maintaining the integrity of the surrounding tissues.
Following the rhytidectomy, patients can expect a recovery period that may involve swelling, bruising, and discomfort in the treated areas. Post-procedure care typically includes following the surgeon's instructions regarding wound care, activity restrictions, and follow-up appointments. Patients are advised to avoid strenuous activities and to keep the head elevated to reduce swelling. The healing process may take several weeks, during which the final results of the procedure will gradually become more apparent as swelling subsides and the skin settles into its new position.
| Short Descr | RHYTIDECTOMY CHEEK CHN & NCK | Medium Descr | RHYTIDECTOMY CHEEK CHIN & NECK | Long Descr | Rhytidectomy; cheek, chin, and neck | Status Code | Restricted Coverage | Global Days | 000 - Endoscopic or Minor Procedure | PC/TC Indicator (26, TC) | 0 - Physician Service Code | Multiple Procedures (51) | 2 - Standard payment adjustment rules for multiple procedures apply. | Bilateral Surgery (50) | 1 - 150% payment adjustment for bilateral procedures applies. | Physician Supervisions | 09 - Concept does not apply. | Assistant Surgeon (80, 82) | 0 - Payment restriction for assistants at surgery applies to this procedure... | Co-Surgeons (62) | 0 - Co-surgeons not permitted for this procedure. | Team Surgery (66) | 0 - Team surgeons not permitted for this procedure. | Diagnostic Imaging Family | 99 - Concept Does Not Apply | APC Status Indicator | Procedure or Service, Multiple Reduction Applies | ASC Payment Indicator | Surgical procedure on ASC list in CY 2007; payment based on OPPS relative payment weight. | Type of Service (TOS) | 2 - Surgery | Berenson-Eggers TOS (BETOS) | P6A - Minor procedures - skin | MUE | 1 | CCS Clinical Classification | 175 - Other OR therapeutic procedures on skin and breast |
| 22 | Increased procedural services: when the work required to provide a service is substantially greater than typically required, it may be identified by adding modifier 22 to the usual procedure code. documentation must support the substantial additional work and the reason for the additional work (ie, increased intensity, time, technical difficulty of procedure, severity of patient's condition, physical and mental effort required). note: this modifier should not be appended to an e/m service. | 50 | Bilateral procedure: unless otherwise identified in the listings, bilateral procedures that are performed at the same session, should be identified by adding modifier 50 to the appropriate 5 digit code. note: this modifier should not be appended to designated "add-on" codes (see appendix d). | 51 | Multiple procedures: when multiple procedures, other than e/m services, physical medicine and rehabilitation services or provision of supplies (eg, vaccines), are performed at the same session by the same individual, the primary procedure or service may be reported as listed. the additional procedure(s) or service(s) may be identified by appending modifier 51 to the additional procedure or service code(s). note: this modifier should not be appended to designated "add-on" codes (see appendix d). | 52 | Reduced services: under certain circumstances a service or procedure is partially reduced or eliminated at the discretion of the physician or other qualified health care professional. under these circumstances the service provided can be identified by its usual procedure number and the addition of modifier 52, signifying that the service is reduced. this provides a means of reporting reduced services without disturbing the identification of the basic service. note: for hospital outpatient reporting of a previously scheduled procedure/service that is partially reduced or cancelled as a result of extenuating circumstances or those that threaten the well-being of the patient prior to or after administration of anesthesia, see modifiers 73 and 74 (see modifiers approved for asc hospital outpatient use). | AS | Physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or clinical nurse specialist services for assistant at surgery | GC | This service has been performed in part by a resident under the direction of a teaching physician | GZ | Item or service expected to be denied as not reasonable and necessary | LT | Left side (used to identify procedures performed on the left side of the body) | RT | Right side (used to identify procedures performed on the right side of the body) |
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