Sep 29, 2025 · Question: I have an op note for a transurethral resection of a bladder tumor (TURBT). The urologist described the procedure as a “cold-cup clamshell biopsy of the bladder” as well as …

Mar 31, 2025 · Can we use a transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT) code to report this procedure? Kansas Subscriber Answer: Yes, you can use a code for a TURBT procedure. The …

Apr 1, 2001 · For the TURBT, use 188.x (malignant neoplasm of bladder). The diagnosis code for the pyelogram is determined by the reason for the procedure. Examples of -59 Use According to …

Feb 20, 2018 · When reporting transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT), you should submit 52235 (Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration [including cryosurgery or laser surgery] and/ or resection …

Sep 13, 2022 · Question: My surgeon performed a transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT). The resection method states cold cups; however, my surgeon gave the tumor dimensions as well, …

Mar 21, 2025 · Yes, depending on the size of the area fulgurated a 52234, 552235, or 52240 would be appropriate.

Jul 1, 2001 · Question: How should we code for an office visit after a TURBT? The patient returns to the office to have BCG (bacille Calmette-Guerin) instillation procedures. Do we need two different …

Aug 9, 2024 · Do you mean TURBT? TURP and TURBT are different. As far as sizing, I haven't had issues with any insurance denying if the wording just states "Small, Medium or Large." Would I prefer …

Sep 12, 2024 · You should report the TURBT code 52235 (Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; MEDIUM bladder tumor (s) (2.0 to 5.0 …

Aug 14, 2010 · Answer: You should actually be reporting 52235 (Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration [including cryosurgery or laser surgery] and/ or resection of; MEDIUM bladder tumor [s] [2.0 to 5.0 …