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Code 43500 is the CPT code for gastrotomy, which refers to a type of ____.
A)biopsy
B)incision
C)excision
D)repair

Question 2

Dr. Kapline performed an ERCP with endoscopic retrograde removal of a calculi from the pancreatic duct with a sphincterotomy. Select the appropriate CPT code(s) to report.
A)43260
B)43264
C)43262
D)43264, 43262

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Chou

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D

charchew

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Reply #2 on: Jun 27, 2018

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Reply #3 on: Jun 27, 2018

Happy to help you

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