Code Details & Principles for L8543
Code details & principles for
L8543
- Chapter 9 / Varicose Veins
| Code | Description | Chapter/Sub-Chapter | Code Specific Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| L8543 | Radiofrequency ablation of single venous trunk +/- phlebectomies - bilateral | 9.7.0 Varicose Veins | Any pre or peri operative imaging performed with these procedures is included within the procedure code. |
Unacceptable Combinations for L8543
| CCSD Code (unacceptable combination) | Narrative (unacceptable combination) | Date Code Added |
|---|---|---|
| L8510 | Ligation/stripping of long or short saphenous vein (including local excision/multiple phlebectomy) | Pre 2025 |
| L8512 | Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) of single venous trunk +/- phlebectomies - unilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8513 | Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) of single venous trunk +/- phlebectomies - bilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8514 | Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) of more than one venous trunk +/- phlebectomies - unilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8515 | Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) of more than one venous trunk +/- phlebectomies - bilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8520 | Ligation/stripping of long or short saphenous vein (including local excision/multiple phlebectomy) - bilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8530 | Operations for recurrent varicose veins with re-exploration of groin and / or popliteal fossa - unilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8532 | Operations for recurrent varicose veins without re-exploration of groin or popliteal fossa - unilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8540 | Radiofrequency ablation of more than one venous trunk +/- phlebectomies - unilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8541 | Radiofrequency ablation of more than one venous trunk +/- phlebectomies - bilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8542 | Radiofrequency ablation of single venous trunk +/- phlebectomies - unilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8600 | Unilateral varicose vein injection sclerotherapy | Pre 2025 |
| L8620 | Ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy of varicose veins - unilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8621 | Ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy of varicose veins - bilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8650 | Trans-luminal occlusion of perforators (TRLOP) - unilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8680 | Bilateral varicose vein injection sclerotherapy | Pre 2025 |
| L8700 | Ligation/stripping of long and short saphenous veins (including local excision/multiple phlebectomy) | Pre 2025 |
| L8750 | Local excision (multiple phlebectomy) of varicose vein(s) of leg - unilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8751 | Local excision (multiple phlebectomy) of varicose vein(s) of leg - bilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8770 | Subfascial endoscopic perforator surgery (SEPS) - unilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8771 | Subfascial endoscopic perforator surgery (SEPS) - bilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8780 | Ligation/stripping of long and short saphenous veins (including local excision/multiple phlebectomy) - bilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L8880 | Endovenous mechanochemical ablation for varicose veins - unilateral | Pre 2025 |
| L9510 | Venography (and bilateral) | Pre 2025 |
| L9580 | Varicography for recurrent varicose veins | Pre 2025 |
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