A patient who has already had one exploration of her parathyroid(s) is scheduled for a re-exploration six months later. What CPT code should be used for the second procedure?

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60502 is the correct code for re-exploration of the parathyroid(s).
Code 60500 is incorrect because this code is for parathyroidectomy or initial exploration of parathyroid(s). Code 60505 is incorrect because this code is for parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s) with mediastinal exploration, using sternal split or transthoracic approach. Code 60512 is incorrect because this is an "add-on" code for parathyroid auto transplantation.

A Patient Who Has Already Had One Exploration of Her