Patient presents for a scheduled initial resection of a primary peritoneal malignancy. The surgeon is prepared to also perform a bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy and omentectomy to ensure complete removal of the malignant growth. During the procedure, the surgeon determines that only the left fallopian tube and ovary needs to be removed. CPT code 58950, Resection (initial) of ovarian, tubal or primary peritoneal malignancy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy and omentectomy, should be reported:

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The correct answer is B) 58950-52 because the modifier -52 is used to indicate a reduced service. In this case, the planned bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy was not fully performed as only the left fallopian tube and ovary were removed, not both sides as initially intended. This modifier accurately reflects that the procedure was less extensive than planned.

Patient Presents for a Scheduled Initial Resection of a Primary