Introduction to Neurosurgical Coding with Anatomy and Terminology-Coding Webinar

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In the video, Lou Tumialan and John Ratliff discuss the importance of CPT codes in healthcare, specifically in the field of neurosurgery. They explain that CPT codes are used to describe procedures performed by healthcare professionals and entities such as hospitals and clinics. The CPT code system, owned by the American Medical Association (AMA), provides a uniform platform for describing procedures. Over time, new codes are introduced or existing codes are modified to keep up with advancements in medical procedures. They mention that there are thousands of CPT codes, but only a subset are used frequently in practice.<br /><br />They then shift focus to the anatomy and terminology related to cranial and spinal procedures. They provide an overview of the different parts of the brain, such as the cerebrum, cerebellum, and brainstem, as well as the various lobes of the brain. They also explain the spinal vertebrae and the approaches used to access different areas of the spine.<br /><br />They highlight the importance of decompression procedures, such as laminectomies, for relieving nerve compression in conditions like stenosis and spondylolisthesis. They also discuss the use of interbody fusions to stabilize the spine, using various implant materials like polymers, metals, and bone grafts.<br /><br />The video concludes by mentioning the different CPT codes used for decompressions, fusions, and instrumentation procedures in the spine, emphasizing the importance of accurate coding to ensure proper billing and reimbursement for healthcare providers.

Keywords

CPT codes

healthcare

neurosurgery

procedures

American Medical Association

anatomy

cranial procedures

spinal procedures