Is CPT 44139 an add on code

This adds in a later, tension free anastomosis.These code edit pairs are not symmetric.As a result, billing 44139 with 44150 (colectomy.Rectosigmoid inflammatory mass (cannot exclude neoplasm) associated with perforation and and an ascending right retroperitoneal infection.Cpt code information is copyright by the ama.

These details support cpt 44626.Furthermore, 44139 clearly mentions a partial (as opposed to total) colectomy.The cpt code descriptor clearly states that code 29826 should be listed separately in addition to the code for the primary procedure.Parenthetical instruction in cpt also states that code 29826 is to be used in conjunction with.