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Needle Guidance for X-rays

Published on Mon May 09, 2022

Question: Encounter notes indicate that the provider performed a right wrist arthrography, with radiological supervision and interpretation noted. The provider also used fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement. The X-ray occurred at the local hospital using their X-ray equipment. How should I code this encounter? Montana Subscriber Answer: On your claim, report: 73115 (Radiologic examination, wrist, arthrography, radiological supervision and interpretation) [...]
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