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Medical Coding

Category - 40,000 Series

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A patient is undergoing a routine colonoscopy. During his procedure three polyps were removed by snare technique and sent for biopsy. What CPT code should be used for this procedure?
  1. 45378
  2. 45380
  3. 45384
  4. 45385
Explanation
Answer: D -45385 is the correct code for a colonoscopy with polyp removal by snare technique.
Code 45378 is incorrect because this is for a diagnostic colonoscopy with brushings or washings. Code 45380 is incorrect because this is for colonoscopy with single or multiple biopsies. Code 45384 is incorrect because this is for colonoscopy with removal of polyps by hot biopsy forceps.
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