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For professional coding, what is the correct CPT charge for this area stated where biopsy was performed?

"TECHNIQUE: Informed consent was obtained. Patient placed on the CT scanner in the left side down decubitus position. 3 mm axial images were obtained through the lower chest/upper abdomen without oral or IV contrast. Using CT guidance, preferred skin entry site was marked, prepped, and draped in sterile fashion. Generous local anesthetic was administered. Using CT guidance, 19 gauge trocar needle advanced into paramedian nodule left diaphragmatic crus. Multiple core specimens were obtained with a 20 gauge spring biopsy needle. Both needles removed. Post biopsy scanning show no acute hematoma or pneumothorax. Patient tolerated the procedure well without immediate complication."