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Here's How to Distinguish Between Regular Versus Detailed Ob Ultrasounds

Published on Tue May 12, 2020

Hint: Report each additional fetus using a different code. To choose between the codes for routine and more targeted ultrasounds, you need to focus on two aspects: the equipment your ob-gyn uses and the medical indications that prompted the procedure. While many offices may be using ultrasound equipment that can perform a detailed ultrasound exam, medical need and physician expertise [...]
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