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Date: Apr 3, 2012
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Dr. Z, My question to day is, Radiologist using fluoro placed a drain in the subaracnoid space to monitor the CSF pressure for a patient going to surgery for an endovasc thoracic procedure. I looked at the codes and guidance for epidural drains in your book, but could not find what I am looking for. Anesthesia provided a tray that we used, so I have checked the CPT book under anesthesia codes, but did not find the answer. I would appreciate your help! Thank you, R Mercer
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