It is a procedure to remove the prostatic overgrowth via a different surgical route
Suprapubic prostatectomy
Transvesical prostatectomy
Suprapubic
The CPT code for a partial prostatectomy, particularly when performed via a suprapubic approach due to a benign tumor, is typically 55840. This code specifically describes the procedure of excising a portion of the prostate gland. However, it's important to verify with the latest coding guidelines or a medical coding professional, as codes may vary based on specific circumstances and updates in coding practices.
v44.6..for suprapubic catheter status - V55.5 is for attention to suprapubic catheter
Suprapubic catheterization or suprapubic cystostomy, for placement of a suprapubic catheter.
prostatectomy
Yes!
Open prostatectomy is a procedure for removal of an enlarged prostate gland
Partial prostatectomy is an open surgery to remove part of the prostate gland, leaving the posterior portion intact. Partial prostatectomy is usually performed through an incision in the lower abdomen (retropubic prostatectomy). Open prostatectomy is a surgery to remove all or part of the prostate by making an incision in the patient's lower abdomen or perineum. Open prostatectomy can be either a partial or radical procedure. Radical prostatectomy is an pen surgery to remove the entire prostate gland along with nearby tissues such as the seminal vesicles. Radical prostatectomy can be performed through an incision either in the lower abdomen (retropubic prostatectomy) or in the space between the scrotum and the anus (perineal prostatectomy).
625.9 Pain, Suprapubic (Female) 608.9 Pain, Suprapubic (Male)
urinary/ male genital system what are the 2 subsection you can find prostatectomy codes