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:

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The procedure was not completed as initially planned since only the left fallopian tube and ovary were removed, not bilaterally. Therefore, the CPT code should be reported with a modifier -52 to indicate a reduced service.

Patient Presents for a Scheduled Initial Resection of a Primary