Question

Removal of 30% of the left thyroid lobe, with isthmusectomy. the diagnosis was benign growth of the thyroid. cpt code: _______________ icd10-cm code: _______________

Answer 1

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Answer 2

CPT Code 60210

ICD-9-CM 226

CPT Code 60210 is under Surgical /Excision Procedures on the Thyroid Gland. It includes 30% or partial lobectomy of the thyroid with isthmusectomy.

ICD-9-CM 226 is the code for benign growth or neoplasm of the thyroid gland. This code is used for reimbursement claims.