AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) — Question 29

A patient has a recurrent ventral hernia that is strangulated. The physician repairs a two centimeter hernia with mesh.
What CPT® coding is reported?

Answer options

• A. 49613
• B. 49591
• C. 49592
• D. 49614

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct CPT® code is 49614, which is used for the laparoscopic repair of a recurrent ventral hernia with mesh. The other options, such as 49613, 49591, and 49592, do not accurately describe the procedure performed or the specifics of the hernia type and repair method.