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Exchange of an NG Tube

Date: Nov 6, 2020

Question:

Could I get your advice on how to code an exchange of a Corpak tube? This is how the report reads: "The existing tube is removed completely, and the right nare is anesthetized. A new Corpak tube is then advanced through the nose into the stomach, then manipulated out of the stomach and into the jejunum. Position verified with injection of contrast. Successful fluoroscopically-guided placement of a new Corpak after unsuccessful attempts at declogging the existing tube."

Question ID : 14657
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