CPT 44955
Appendectomy add-on
CPT 44955 at a glance
- Code
- 44955
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Appendectomy add-on
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is CPT code 44955?
CPT 44955 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Appendectomy add-on". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 44955 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 44955 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 44955 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
Which specialties use CPT 44955?
CPT 44955 is most associated with Gastroenterology, General Surgery.
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