Code Details & Principles for A0400
Code details & principles for
A0400
- Chapter 2 / Brain
| Code | Description | Chapter/Sub-Chapter | Code Specific Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A0400 | Biopsy of lesion of tissue of brain (including via a burr hole or stealth guided) | 2.1.0 Brain |
Unacceptable Combinations for A0400
| CCSD Code (unacceptable combination) | Narrative (unacceptable combination) | Date Added |
|---|---|---|
| A0110 | Hemispherotomy | 2014-07-03 |
| A0180 | Excision of abscess of brain | 2010-01-20 |
| A0200 | Excision of lesion of tissue of brain | 2010-01-20 |
| A0280 | Awake craniotomy with ablation of lesion of brain +/- cortical mapping/stereotaxy | 2013-06-03 |
| A0310 | Stereotactic biopsy of lesion or tissue of brain | 2010-01-20 |
| A3900 | Repair of dura | 2013-06-03 |
| V0310 | Exploratory open craniotomy | 2012-01-06 |
Coding Principles
These coding principles set out how the authors intend that the codes and narratives within the CCSD Schedule are interpreted and used. The outputs are available to be used by all individual insurers and providers including CCSD and non-CCSD members. Please note that:
- The CCSD Group does not discuss nor determine classifcations, reimbursement or fees - all insurers will have their own view on these matters
- The inclusion of a procedure code and/or its associated coding principles in the CCSD Schedule does not necessarily mean that it is endorsed by all members of the CCSD Group and codes may or may not be included in individual insurers' own Schedules or covered
- The coding principles are non-exhaustive guidelines only - each individual insurer may choose whether or not to adopt an individual combination of codes in practice and you will need to contact the insurer for further information