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Coding => Coding => : Michele March 09, 2008, 03:34:11 PM

: What are consultation codes for second opinion for surgery?
: Michele March 09, 2008, 03:34:11 PM
Question
What is the cpt code range of consultation codes for billing a second opinion for back surgery?  And for Texas worker comp would they reimburse more than the allow amount of the fee schedule?

Rosa B

Answer
Hi Rosa,

   The cpt codes for second opinions are the same as the consultation codes,
99241 - 99245.  I'm not aware of workers comp reimbursing any more than the fee schedule for a second opinion.  They go by the cpt code billed, not by what it is for. 

I hope that helps.
Michele