An obstetric surgeon performs bilateral, open drainage of ovarian abscesses using a vaginal approach. Code 58820, Drainage of ovarian abscess; vaginal approach, open, should be reported in the following way to accurately report this service:

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The -50 modifier is used to indicate a bilateral procedure, meaning the same procedure was performed on both sides (both ovaries in this case) during the same surgical session.

An Obstetric Surgeon Performs Bilateral, Open Drainage of Ovarian Abscesses