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Does HydorMark clip placed after the biopsy support CPT 10035 + 38505 ?

The procedure was explained to the patient including benefits and risks.

Consent was obtained. The procedure was done with the Hologic Sertera core

biopsy unit in the supine position under ultrasound guidance. Initial images

were made. Skin of right axilla was prepped in the usual sterile manner. Local

anesthesia was made with the 1% xylocaine, sodium chloride and epinephrine

solutions. A small skin incision was made. A 14-gauge needle was used. The

needle was placed under ultrasound guidance, and the tip was passed through the

lesion. Seven cores were collected and placed in a formalin solution. All

specimens were sent to pathology at the XTS for histopathologic diagnosis. A

HydroMARK clip was placed in the area of the biopsy cavity, and a MLO view was

taken. The patient tolerated the procedure well. No immediate complications were

noted.