Code Details & Principles for E5591
Code details & principles for
E5591
- Chapter 8 / Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS)
| Code | Description | Chapter/Sub-Chapter | Code Specific Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| E5591 | Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) assisted bullectomy - bilateral +/- pleurodesis | 8.7.0 Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS) |
Unacceptable Combinations for E5591
| CCSD Code (unacceptable combination) | Narrative (unacceptable combination) | Date Added |
|---|---|---|
| E5432 | VATS lobectomy | 2010-01-20 |
| E5442 | Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) assisted wedge resection of lung | 2010-01-20 |
| E5590 | Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) assisted bullectomy - unilateral +/- pleurodesis | 2010-01-20 |
| E5592 | Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) assisted lung volume reduction - unilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| E5593 | Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) assisted lung volume reduction - bilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| E5703 | Thoracotomy bullectomy - bilateral +/- pleurodesis | 2010-01-20 |
| E5707 | Robotic assisted thoracotomy bullectomy - bilateral +/- pleurodesis | 2024-04-15 |
| E5932 | VATS lung biopsy | 2010-01-20 |
| T1240 | Insertion of tube drain into pleural cavity | 2013-06-04 |
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