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CPC Question #16: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is C. 10005, 10006 x 2. The CPT code 10005 is for fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance, for the first lesion. CPT code 10006 is for each additional lesion with ultrasound guidance. Since the provider aspirated tissue from three nodules, the coding should be 10005 for the first no
Question
A patient with three thyroid nodules is seen for an FNA biopsy. Using ultrasonic guidance, the provider inserts a 25-gauge needle into each nodule. Nodular tissue is aspirated and sent to pathology. What CPT® coding reported?
Options
- A10005, 10006 x 2, 76942
- B10006 x 3
- C10005, 10006 x 2
- D10021, 10004 x 2, 76942
Explanation
The CPT code 10005 is for fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance, for the first lesion. CPT code 10006 is for each additional lesion with ultrasound guidance. Since the provider aspirated tissue from three nodules, the coding should be 10005 for the first nodule and 10006 x 2 for the additional two nodules.
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