CPT 43999
Unlisted procedure stomach
CPT 43999 at a glance
- Code
- 43999
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Unlisted procedure stomach
- Category
- Not typically performed in an ASC
- ASC eligibility
- Not typically performed in an ASC
- Typical setting
- Hospital outpatient department (POS 22) or office (POS 11). Not typically performed in an ASC.
What is CPT code 43999?
CPT 43999 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Unlisted procedure stomach". In the ASC context it is grouped under Not typically performed in an ASC.
Is CPT 43999 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 43999 is not typically performed in an ambulatory surgery center; it is usually done in a hospital outpatient department (HOPD) or office instead.
Where is CPT 43999 typically performed?
Hospital outpatient department (POS 22) or office (POS 11). Not typically performed in an ASC.
Which specialties use CPT 43999?
CPT 43999 is most associated with Gastroenterology, General Surgery.
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