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Pararenal Nodule Biopsy
Date: Feb 3, 2023
Question:
Hi Dr. Z,
A CT guided core needle biopsy of nodule immediately in front of the left kidney was performed. Technically successful and uneventful CT guided core needle biopsy of the left anterior pararenal nodule. Would this be coded 49180 or 52000,77012.
Thank you.
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