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CPC · Question #27
The pulmonologist performs a bronchoscopy with fluoroscopic guidance. The scope is introduced into the right nostril and advanced to the vocal cords and into the trachea. The scope is advanced to…
The correct answer is B. 31625. The CPT code 31625 is used for bronchoscopy with a transbronchial lung biopsy. This includes the use of fluoroscopic guidance, as described in the scenario.
30,000 Series CPT®: Respiratory, Cardiovascular, Hemic & Lymphatic Systems, Mediastinum, Diaphragm
Question
The pulmonologist performs a bronchoscopy with fluoroscopic guidance. The scope is introduced into the right nostril and advanced to the vocal cords and into the trachea. The scope is advanced to the right upper lobe and a lung nodule is noted. An endobronchial biopsy is performed. What CPT® code is reported for the procedure?
Options
- A31624
- B31625
- C31628
- D31622
How the community answered
(56 responses)- A5% (3)
- B73% (41)
- C9% (5)
- D13% (7)
Explanation
The CPT code 31625 is used for bronchoscopy with a transbronchial lung biopsy. This includes the use of fluoroscopic guidance, as described in the scenario.
Topics
#bronchoscopy#endobronchial biopsy#fluoroscopic guidance#lung nodule
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