Code Details & Principles for L8512
Code details & principles for
L8512
- Chapter 9 / Varicose Veins
| Code | Description | Chapter/Sub-Chapter | Code Specific Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| L8512 | Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) of single venous trunk +/- phlebectomies - unilateral | 9.7.0 Varicose Veins | Any pre or peri operative imaging performed with these procedures is included within the procedure code. |
Unacceptable Combinations for L8512
| CCSD Code (unacceptable combination) | Narrative (unacceptable combination) | Date Added |
|---|---|---|
| L8513 | Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) of single venous trunk +/- phlebectomies - bilateral | 2012-06-08 |
| L8514 | Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) of more than one venous trunk +/- phlebectomies - unilateral | 2012-06-08 |
| L8515 | Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) of more than one venous trunk +/- phlebectomies - bilateral | 2013-11-22 |
| L8520 | Ligation/stripping of long or short saphenous vein (including local excision/multiple phlebectomy) - bilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| L8530 | Operations for recurrent varicose veins with re-exploration of groin and / or popliteal fossa - unilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| L8532 | Operations for recurrent varicose veins without re-exploration of groin or popliteal fossa - unilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| L8540 | Radiofrequency ablation of more than one venous trunk +/- phlebectomies - unilateral | 2013-06-03 |
| L8541 | Radiofrequency ablation of more than one venous trunk +/- phlebectomies - bilateral | 2013-06-03 |
| L8542 | Radiofrequency ablation of single venous trunk +/- phlebectomies - unilateral | 2013-04-08 |
| L8543 | Radiofrequency ablation of single venous trunk +/- phlebectomies - bilateral | 2013-04-08 |
| L8580 | Operations for recurrent varicose veins with re-exploration of groin and /or popliteal fossa - bilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| L8582 | Operations for recurrent varicose veins without re-exploration of groin or popliteal fossa - bilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| L8600 | Unilateral varicose vein injection sclerotherapy | 2010-01-20 |
| L8620 | Ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy of varicose veins - unilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| L8621 | Ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy of varicose veins - bilateral | 2013-03-03 |
| L8650 | Trans-luminal occlusion of perforators (TRLOP) - unilateral | 2016-02-04 |
| L8680 | Bilateral varicose vein injection sclerotherapy | 2010-01-20 |
| L8700 | Ligation/stripping of long and short saphenous veins (including local excision/multiple phlebectomy) | 2010-01-20 |
| L8750 | Local excision (multiple phlebectomy) of varicose vein(s) of leg - unilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| L8751 | Local excision (multiple phlebectomy) of varicose vein(s) of leg - bilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| L8770 | Subfascial endoscopic perforator surgery (SEPS) - unilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| L8771 | Subfascial endoscopic perforator surgery (SEPS) - bilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| L8780 | Ligation/stripping of long and short saphenous veins (including local excision/multiple phlebectomy) - bilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| L8880 | Endovenous mechanochemical ablation for varicose veins - unilateral | 2014-08-07 |
| L9510 | Venography (and bilateral) | 2010-01-20 |
| L9580 | Varicography for recurrent varicose veins | 2010-01-20 |
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