CPT® 0885T, Under Transendoscopic Mechanical Dilation Procedures
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code 0885T as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Transendoscopic Mechanical Dilation Procedures
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Summary
The provider passes a flexible endoscope through the rectum and into the colon. The provider uses mechanical means to dilate a colonic stricture (narrowing). The provider then uses a drug–coated balloon catheter to deliver drug therapy for the stricture. The provider may use fluoroscopic guidance for the procedure.
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