General Question for the Week of August 22, 2022
What is a fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy and how is this different from a core biopsy?
What is a fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy and how is this different from a core biopsy?
What are the codes for atherectomy in the iliac arteries?
How would you code when a radiologist is asked to create a new access, or enlarge an existing access, for a urologist to perform subsequent endourologic
procedures?
What is the difference between a ‘catheter’ and a ‘stent’ in genitourinary procedures?
What are the “additional artery” codes for revascularization in the femoral/ popliteal territory?
What are the differences between codes 75625 and 75630 for an abdominal aortogram?
For respiratory therapy services, what does “room and board” mean?
Can you explain how the term “fusion” relates to positron emission tomography/computed tomography services?
What is the difference between an arteriovenous (AV) fistula and an AV graft?
If a patient had a G-tube, D-or J-tube, or G-J tube previously and needs a new one placed through a new access, would this be coded as a replacement?
What is an external biliary drainage catheter?
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