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+50706

Date: Apr 3, 2023

Question:

The description of code 50706 states it is for dilation of ureteral stricture. Can this code also be reported if angioplasty is used to dilate the ureter in order to push a catheter past a stone or stones to facilitate placement of an NU catheter or ureteral stent?

Question ID : 18578
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