Code Details & Principles for L8651
Code details & principles for
L8651
- Chapter 9 / Varicose Veins
| Code | Description | Chapter/Sub-Chapter | Code Specific Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| L8651 | Trans-luminal occlusion of perforators (TRLOP) - bilateral | 9.7.0 Varicose Veins |
Unacceptable Combinations for L8651
| CCSD Code (unacceptable combination) | Narrative (unacceptable combination) | Date Added |
|---|---|---|
| L8510 | Ligation/stripping of long or short saphenous vein (including local excision/multiple phlebectomy) | 2010-01-20 |
| L8520 | Ligation/stripping of long or short saphenous vein (including local excision/multiple phlebectomy) - bilateral | 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 |
| 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 |
| L8650 | Trans-luminal occlusion of perforators (TRLOP) - unilateral | 2016-02-04 |
| 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 |
| L8770 | Subfascial endoscopic perforator surgery (SEPS) - unilateral | 2010-01-20 |
| L8771 | Subfascial endoscopic perforator surgery (SEPS) - 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