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Joint Aspiration with No Fluid Obtained

Date: Feb 15, 2017

Question:

How would I code a joint aspiration if fluid is not obtained? "Using sterile technique and fluoroscopic guidance, a 3.5 inch 20 gauge spinal needle was inserted percutaneously into the left hip joint adjacent to the femoral component of the left hip prosthesis. The needle was repositioned multiple times in attempt were made at aspiration. No fluid was aspirated."

Question ID : 8661
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