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Needle Localization of Left Flank Glomangioma

Date: Dec 29, 2014

Question:

We billed unlisted code 17999 for this. Can you suggest a valid CPT code that would most closely describe the following procedure? "A Kopan needle was advanced with intermittent CT guidance into the left flank tumor. Position was confirmed, and Kopan wire was positioned and needle partially withdrawn. CT confirmed needle and Kopan wire position. The needle was then completely removed over the Kopan wire. Kopan wire was secured to the skin."

Question ID : 6160
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