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What CPT would you bill, see procedure note below, this was done by ED doc in ED?
Assessement & Plan:
Procedure: intravenous line placement with ultrasound guidance
Indication: difficult access, multiple failed attempts by RN
22 gauge 1.5 inch needle placed under sonographic guidance in left antecubital fossa
good blood return, flushed easily with normal saline- no resistance. Secured with tape.
ED Attending Discharge Diagnosis:
ED Diagnosis:
Acute pyelonephritis (590.10): Entered Date: 02-Jul-2015 22:12, Entered By: dr x
Assessement & Plan:
Procedure: intravenous line placement with ultrasound guidance
Indication: difficult access, multiple failed attempts by RN
22 gauge 1.5 inch needle placed under sonographic guidance in left antecubital fossa
good blood return, flushed easily with normal saline- no resistance. Secured with tape.
ED Attending Discharge Diagnosis:
ED Diagnosis:
Acute pyelonephritis (590.10): Entered Date: 02-Jul-2015 22:12, Entered By: dr x