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35221 versus 34502

Date: Jun 15, 2022

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Could you help us understand when to code 35221 versus 34502. We have a case where patient presented for GSW to the abd. Provider documented: "We examined the IVC and it was noted that the injury was well under 50% and this could be repaired primarily. A 3-0 Prolene was brought onto the field and a whipstitch of the IVC was performed along the linear tear". Would 34502 be appropriate for this case?

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