CPT Codes For Incision Procedures On The Abdomen, Peritoneum, And Omentum
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for incision procedures on the abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum.
CPT Code 49000
CPT 49000 describes exploratory laparotomy and exploratory celiotomy with or without biopsy(s) as a separate procedure.
CPT Code 49002
CPT 49002 describes the reopening of a recent laparotomy.
CPT Code 49010
CPT 49010 describes exploring the retroperitoneal area with or without biopsy(s) as a separate procedure.
CPT Code 49013
CPT 49013 describes preperitoneal pelvic packing for hemorrhage associated with pelvic trauma, including local exploration.
CPT Code 49014
CPT 49014 describes the re-exploration of a pelvic wound by removing preperitoneal pelvic packing, including repacking.
CPT Code 49020
CPT 49020 describes the open drainage of a peritoneal abscess or localized peritonitis, excluding appendiceal abscess.
CPT Code 49040
CPT 49040 describes the open drainage of a subdiaphragmatic or subphrenic abscess.
CPT Code 49060
CPT 49060 describes the open drainage of a retroperitoneal abscess.
CPT Code 49062
CPT 49062 describes the open drainage of an extraperitoneal lymphocele to the peritoneal cavity.
CPT Code 49082
CPT 49082 describes abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic) without imaging guidance.
CPT Code 49083
CPT 49083 describes abdominal paracentesis with imaging guidance, both diagnostic and therapeutic.
CPT Code 49084
CPT 49084 describes peritoneal lavage, including imaging guidance, when performed.
