AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) — Question 88

A patient underwent a cystourethroscopy with a pyeloscopy using lithotripsy to break up the ureteral calculus. An indwelling stent was also inserted during the same operative session on the same side. This service was performed in the outpatient hospital surgery center.
What CPT® coding reported?

Answer options

• A. 52352, 52332-51
• B. 52325, 52332-51
• C. 52353, 52332-51
• D. 52356

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, 52356, which accurately represents the procedure performed. The other options include codes that do not correspond with the specific combination of procedures and the use of lithotripsy for ureteral calculus, resulting in incorrect coding.