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Go for 94727 to Determine Lung Volume and Capacity

Question: What is the CPT® for lung volumes by nitrogen wash out? How should I use it and for what diagnosis? New York Subscriber Answer: The code for the nitrogen washout is 94727 (Gas dilution or washout for determination of lung volumes and, when performed, distribution of ventilation and closing volumes). The procedure is used for determination of lung volumes and also [...]
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