Code Details & Principles for E5180

Code details & principles for

E5180

  • Chapter 5 / Fibreoptic Endoscopic Procedures (GA or LA)
  • Chapter 8 / Fibreoptic Endoscopic Procedures (GA or LA)
Code Description Chapter/Sub-Chapter Code Specific Guidance
E5180 Diagnostic bronchoscopy +/- biopsy 5.8.0 Fibreoptic Endoscopic Procedures (GA or LA), 8.4.0 Fibreoptic Endoscopic Procedures (GA or LA)

Unacceptable Combinations for E5180

CCSD Code (unacceptable combination) Narrative (unacceptable combination) Date Added
E4510 Fibreoptic examination of trachea +/- biopsy/removal of foreign body 2011-11-04
E4800 Therapeutic bronchoscopy (including laser, cryotherapy, lavage, snare, dilatation of stricture, insertion of stent) 2010-01-20
E4850 Therapeutic bronchoscopy for removal of foreign body 2010-01-20
E5100 Endobronchial ultrasound (as sole procedure) 2014-04-03

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