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Distinguish Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
Published on Tue Jul 19, 2022
Question: When I read an op note for a bone marrow procedure, I’m confused about the difference between aspiration and biopsy. How do I distinguish the procedures so I can assign the correct code? Michigan Subscriber Answer: First of all, the surgeon should indicate specifically whether the procedure is a bone marrow biopsy or a bone marrow aspiration. If the op note [...]