Dr. did an AVR, pericardial effusion drainage and pleural effusion drainage. I have coded the AVR (33405), the pericardial window for drainage (33025 with mod 51) but I am having trouble coding for the pleural effusion drainage. She stated she opened bilateral pleural spaces to drain the effusions.
Does anyone have any suggestions on how to code that part of the surgery? I've been scanning the codes, but just can't find one that covers it.
I would appreciate any help, suggestions, ideas etc that you can give me.
Does anyone have any suggestions on how to code that part of the surgery? I've been scanning the codes, but just can't find one that covers it.
I would appreciate any help, suggestions, ideas etc that you can give me.