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What is the correct code for a parathyroidectomy with parathyroid autotransplantation performed on a 42-year-old male patient?

60512
60500, 60512
60500, 60512 -51
60500

Explanation

Answer: B - The correct codes for a parathyroidectomy with parathyroid autotransplantation on a 42-year-old male patient are: 60500 (Parathyroidectomy or Exploration of Parathyroid(s)) and 60512 (Parathyroid Autotransplantation). Code 60512 is an add-on code so it must be used in conjunction with the code for the primary procedure (without modifier -51). Add-on codes are considered modifier -51 exempt.

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