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Rectosigmoid Decompression tube placement

Date: May 10, 2021

Question:

I need help with a code for a rectosigmoid decompression tube. "Patient initially had a CT lung biopsy. During the same encounter the patient complained about abdominal distention. This was present prior to biopsy also. A rectal tube with attachment of a flatus bag was inserted into the rectum with immediate decompression."  What code would you use for this? 

Question ID : 15479
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