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is an arthroscopic biceps tenotomy inclusive to extensive debridement

We were just told by our State Labor and Industries review department for prior authorization (Qualis) that per AAPC Coding guidelines, and arthroscopic biceps tenotomy (CPT 29999 compared to 23405) is inclusive to an arthroscopic debridement (29823), however, according to AAOS, these are not inclusive codes as well as looking at the NCCI guidelines Ch 4 section E subsection 7 –

7. Shoulder arthroscopy procedures include limited debridement (e.g., CPT code 29822) even if the limited debridement is performed in a different area of the same shoulder than the other procedure. With three exceptions, shoulder arthroscopy procedures include extensive debridement (e.g., CPT code 29823) even if the extensive debridement is performed in a different area of the same shoulder than the other procedure. CPT codes 29824 (arthroscopic claviculectomy including distal articular surface), 29827 (arthroscopic rotator cuff repair), and 29828 (biceps tenodesis) may be reported separately with CPT code 29823 if the extensive debridement is performed in a different area of the same shoulder.

There were 2 separate arthroscopic portals made one was posterior and then once tenotomy was complete scope was removed and an lateral acromial anterior portal was made.

Can someone tell me where this guidelines is… as I now have conflicting information.

Thank you in advance!!!!

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