AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) — Question 133

Patient has undergone open surgery for a left total knee arthroplasty. While in the recovery room, he continued to have severe postoperative pain. The surgeon ordered a femoral block for postoperative pain. The anesthesiologist evaluated the patient and performed a left femoral block, which provided significant post-operative pain relief.
What CPT® coding is reported?

Answer options

• A. 01404, 64450, 01996
• B. 01380, 64447-59-LT
• C. 01402, 64447-59-LT
• D. 01402, 64448-59-LT, 01996

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because it accurately codes for the left femoral nerve block and any additional services rendered, including the postoperative pain management. Options A, B, and C either include incorrect codes or do not fully represent the procedures performed, leading to inaccurate coding.