How is a unilateral total thyroid lobectomy reported?

A unilateral total thyroid lobectomy, which involves the surgical removal of one lobe of the thyroid gland and the isthmus, is accurately reported using the code 60220. This code specifically captures the procedure performed on one lobe, distinguishing it from codes that describe total thyroidectomy or more extensive procedures.

The other codes listed correspond to different surgical procedures on the thyroid. For example, 60225 is used for a total thyroidectomy, while 60210 refers to a simple excision of a thyroid nodule, and 60223 pertains to a lobectomy with a more detailed description of the procedure performed. Thus, code 60220 is the most appropriate choice for reporting a unilateral total thyroid lobectomy.