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Peritrochanteric fluid Colleciton

Date: May 26, 2021

Question:

"Using ultrasound guidance, left peritrochanteric collection was identified. A 5 French centesis catheter was inserted into the left peritrochanteric bursitis/collection. 10 cc of dark red-colored fluid aspirated and sent for analysis. FINDINGS: There is a complex septated collection overlying left peritrochanteric region, either represents hematoma, complicated seroma or bursitis."

Since catheter into peritrochanteric fluid collection, can we report code 20611 (US requirements met) though diagnosis not confirmed?

Question ID : 15552
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