Code Details & Principles for E1480
Code details & principles for
E1480
- Chapter 5 / Nasal Sinuses
| Code | Description | Chapter/Sub-Chapter | Code Specific Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1480 | Endoscopic exploration frontal sinus beyond frontoethmoid recess and bilateral | 5.5.0 Nasal Sinuses |
Unacceptable Combinations for E1480
| CCSD Code (unacceptable combination) | Narrative (unacceptable combination) | Date Added |
|---|---|---|
| E1260 | Image guided endoscopic frontal, sphenoid and/or ethmoid sinus surgery (FESS) and bilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| E1330 | Intranasal antrostomy including endoscopic and antral washout (including bilateral) | 2013-05-29 |
| E1360 | Endoscopic balloon dilation frontal sinuplasty and bilateral | 2014-06-19 |
| E1410 | External frontoethmoidectomy and bilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| E1460 | Trephining of frontal sinus and bilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| E1470 | Median drainage of frontal sinus (modified Lothrop procedure) and bilateral | 2011-01-20 |
| E1780 | Diagnostic endoscopy of sinus and bilateral (as sole procedure) | 2013-08-20 |
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