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The procedure described by CPT® Code 49014 involves the re-exploration of a pelvic wound, specifically focusing on the removal of preperitoneal pelvic packing (PPP). This procedure is typically conducted within 24 to 48 hours following the initial placement of the packing, which is a common practice when the patient has achieved hemodynamic stability. The re-exploration is crucial for assessing the pelvic area for any potential injuries or ongoing bleeding that may have occurred since the initial surgery. The process begins with the careful removal of skin staples to access the pelvic incision, followed by an incision through the fascia to explore the pelvic cavity. During this exploration, previously placed laparotomy sponges are meticulously extracted from the pelvic space, allowing for a thorough examination of the area. If any signs of recurrent bleeding are identified, the procedure may necessitate the reinsertion of laparotomy sponges, as outlined in CPT® Code 49013. Finally, the fascia is sutured closed, and the skin is secured with staples, completing the procedure.
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The re-exploration of a pelvic wound with the removal of preperitoneal pelvic packing is indicated in specific clinical scenarios where monitoring and intervention are necessary following initial surgical procedures. The following conditions may warrant this procedure:
The procedure for re-exploration of a pelvic wound with the removal of preperitoneal pelvic packing involves several critical steps:
Post-procedure care following the re-exploration of a pelvic wound includes monitoring the patient for any signs of complications, such as infection or bleeding. Patients are typically observed closely in a clinical setting to ensure hemodynamic stability is maintained. Pain management and wound care are also essential components of post-operative care. The recovery process may vary depending on the individual patient's condition and the extent of the initial surgery, but follow-up assessments are crucial to ensure proper healing and to address any further medical needs.
| Short Descr | REEXPLORATION PELVIC WOUND | Medium Descr | REEXPL PEL WND W/RMVL PREPERITONEAL PEL PACKING | Long Descr | Re-exploration of pelvic wound with removal of preperitoneal pelvic packing, including repacking, when performed | Status Code | Active Code | 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) | 0 - 150% payment adjustment for bilateral procedures does NOT apply. | Physician Supervisions | 09 - Concept does not apply. | Assistant Surgeon (80, 82) | 1 - Statutory 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 | Inpatient Procedures, not paid under OPPS | Type of Service (TOS) | 2 - Surgery | Berenson-Eggers TOS (BETOS) | none | MUE | 1 |
| 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). | 58 | Staged or related procedure or service by the same physician or other qualified health care professional during the postoperative period: it may be necessary to indicate that the performance of a procedure or service during the postoperative period was: (a) planned or anticipated (staged); (b) more extensive than the original procedure; or (c) for therapy following a surgical procedure. this circumstance may be reported by adding modifier 58 to the staged or related procedure. note: for treatment of a problem that requires a return to the operating/procedure room (eg, unanticipated clinical condition), see modifier 78. | 59 | Distinct procedural service: under certain circumstances, it may be necessary to indicate that a procedure or service was distinct or independent from other non-e/m services performed on the same day. modifier 59 is used to identify procedures/services, other than e/m services, that are not normally reported together, but are appropriate under the circumstances. documentation must support a different session, different procedure or surgery, different site or organ system, separate incision/excision, separate lesion, or separate injury (or area of injury in extensive injuries) not ordinarily encountered or performed on the same day by the same individual. however, when another already established modifier is appropriate it should be used rather than modifier 59. only if no more descriptive modifier is available, and the use of modifier 59 best explains the circumstances, should modifier 59 be used. note: modifier 59 should not be appended to an e/m service. to report a separate and distinct e/m service with a non-e/m service performed on the same date, see modifier 25. | 78 | Unplanned return to the operating/procedure room by the same physician or other qualified health care professional following initial procedure for a related procedure during the postoperative period: it may be necessary to indicate that another procedure was performed during the postoperative period of the initial procedure (unplanned procedure following initial procedure). when this procedure is related to the first, and requires the use of an operating/procedure room, it may be reported by adding modifier 78 to the related procedure. (for repeat procedures, see modifier 76.) | 79 | Unrelated procedure or service by the same physician or other qualified health care professional during the postoperative period: the individual may need to indicate that the performance of a procedure or service during the postoperative period was unrelated to the original procedure. this circumstance may be reported by using modifier 79. (for repeat procedures on the same day, see modifier 76.) | AS | Physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or clinical nurse specialist services for assistant at surgery | CC | Procedure code change (use 'cc' when the procedure code submitted was changed either for administrative reasons or because an incorrect code was filed) | GC | This service has been performed in part by a resident under the direction of a teaching physician | XS | Separate structure, a service that is distinct because it was performed on a separate organ/structure | XU | Unusual non-overlapping service, the use of a service that is distinct because it does not overlap usual components of the main service |
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