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ERCP Coding:

Know the Rules for Biliary, Pancreatic Duct Surgery

Published on Thu Aug 02, 2018

From stone removal to ERCP, we’ve got your coding solutions. GI endoscopists frequently perform endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) procedures, but to code these services, you’ll need a clear understanding of the 43260-43278 code range. Context:  ERCP involves using an endoscope and fluoroscopy to examine the ducts that drain the liver and pancreas. Endoscopists often use ERCP to treat conditions such [...]
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