To identify and treat specific gynecological disorders, a medical treatment called Hysteroscopy Dilation and Curettage (D&C) combines two procedures. It entails the examination of the uterus' interior with a hysteroscope, a narrow instrument with a light and camera, followed by the removal of tissue from the uterus (curettage).
What is Hysteroscopy Dilation and Curettage?
Hysteroscopy Dilation and Curettage is a treatment used by gynecologists to evaluate and treat uterine problems. During hysteroscopy, a hysteroscope is placed into the uterus through the vagina and cervix, enabling the physician to see the uterine lining. In order to identify abnormalities like polyps, fibroids, or other growths, a hysteroscope magnifies the uterus and displays it on a monitor. After the hysteroscopy, the curettage portion of the surgery involves the removal of uterine tissue, which can aid in the diagnosis and treatment of some disorders.
Hysteroscopy Dilation and Curettage CPT Code
Here are the CPT codes related to hysteroscopy dilation and curettage:
58558: This code denotes a surgical hysteroscopy procedure involving endometrial sample, polypectomy, and perhaps dilatation and curettage (D&C). This code can be applied if a D&C, polyp removal, or biopsy are carried out during a hysteroscopy.
58120: This code is used for diagnostic dilation and curettage (D&C). It is used to remove aberrant tissues from the womb. The cervix, the lowest, thin portion of the womb, is opened (dilated) during this treatment by the doctor using tiny devices or medicines. After that, the surgeon removes the aberrant tissue with a surgical tool called a curette.
57558: This code is for cervical stump dilatation and curettage. It is covered when the histopathology report from the procedure indicates that the procedure was medically necessary.
Why is Hysteroscopy Dilation and Curettage performed?
For a variety of causes, including: Hysteroscopy Dilation and Curettage
Abnormal uterine bleeding: It aids in the investigation of the reason of heavy or irregular menstrual flow.
Evaluation of reproductive issues: It aids in the evaluation of the uterine cavity for suspected causes of infertility or recurrent miscarriages.
Retained tissue removal: After a miscarriage or childbirth, tissue may stay in the uterus and create difficulties. This tissue can be removed with D&C.
Endometrial biopsy: A small sample of the uterine lining may be taken for testing to look for cancer or other abnormalities.
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