Code Details & Principles for T8520
Code details & principles for
T8520
- Chapter 9 / Lymphatic System
| Code | Description | Chapter/Sub-Chapter | Code Specific Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| T8520 | Block dissection of axillary lymph nodes (axillary clearance) levels 1 to 3 | 9.8.0 Lymphatic System |
Unacceptable Combinations for T8520
| CCSD Code (unacceptable combination) | Narrative (unacceptable combination) | Date Added |
|---|---|---|
| B2710 | Radical mastectomy (including block dissection) | 2011-11-04 |
| B2742 | Modified radical mastectomy (including lymph node sampling) | 2011-11-04 |
| B2743 | Modified radical mastectomy excluding lymph node sampling | 2010-01-20 |
| B2744 | Modified radical mastectomy (including lymph node clearance) | 2011-11-04 |
| B2781 | Simple mastectomy including axillary node biopsy - bilateral | 2010-07-01 |
| H3383 | Robotic assisted total mesorectal excision (TME) | 2020-05-19 |
| H3384 | Open Total Mesorectal Excision (TME) | 2020-08-06 |
| H3385 | Laparoscopic total mesorectal excision (TME) | 2020-08-06 |
| H3386 | Transanal Total Mesorectal Excision (TME) | 2020-08-06 |
| T8620 | Sampling of axillary lymph nodes | 2013-06-04 |
| T8621 | Robotic assisted radical dissection of axillary lymph nodes | 2024-04-15 |
| T8622 | Robotic assisted selective dissection of axillary lymph nodes | 2024-04-15 |
| T8640 | Sampling of internal mammary lymph nodes | 2010-01-20 |
| T8700 | Excision biopsy of lymph node for diagnosis (cervical, inguinal, axillary) | 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