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Pleural drainage catheter replacement
Date: Feb 15, 2023
Question:
How would one code for a right pleural drainage catheter exchange? Should we be using 32999 with a guidance code, like ultrasound (76942) or is there a better procedure code to go with the guidance? Is 49423 an option for this scenario?
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