a surgical repair of hernia,using a mesh patch
yes
Mesh and closure technique are two important factors in coding hernia repair. Hernia repair procedures usually involve using a mesh to reinforce the weakened area and a specific closure technique to ensure the repair is secure and successful.
I presume you mean hernia Surgery? There are different types of hernia and repair usually consists of suturing the defect or covering it with a mesh patch. The operations are done either as Open surgery or Minimal invasive Laparoscopic surgery. Various mesh plugs are also available for repair and depends upon the personal choice of the operator
No. There is no relation of the inguinal hernia and any of the necessary "plumbing" involved for women (or men).
No you must use the mesh if you are undergoing a hernia operation, otherwise there is alw3ays a chance of it coming again, and you will have to undergo another operation.
Laparoscopic recurrent bilateral inguinal hernia repair with implantation of mesh.
Well, darling, the procedure code for inguinal hernia repair with mesh is CPT code 49505. Just make sure you use it correctly when billing, unless you want to give those insurance folks a reason to give you a hard time. And trust me, you don't want to mess with them.
I had an umbilical hernia repair in 1989. I am scheduled to have a hysterectomy on April 15, 2013. My Dr. asked me if there was a mesh used, but I don't know. Why did she ask me that and how will that affect the hysterectomy? Rolanda Goldsborough
Like all medical problems you should talk to your Doctor and have it checked out.
This is a surgical procedure for an inguinal hernia that has protruded through the same area more than once and needs a mesh (net-like material) to hold the muscles together so the hernia will not protrude through again. Incarcerated means imprisoned wand in the case of a hernia it means it is "out" of where it is supposed to be and will not go back without surgery.
I've had severe pain for 9 months after the hernia repair.