Understanding CPT Code 55250: Abdominal Lymphadenectomy & Omentectomy

The CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) code 55250 refers to a medical procedure known as "Abdominal lymphadenectomy, with partial or complete omentectomy." It involves the surgical removal of lymph nodes and a portion or all of the omentum, which is a fatty apron-like structure located in the abdomen.