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Old 08-21-2008, 10:53 AM
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Default Sig w/ decompression of volvulus, any method

I have a question about procedure code 45337. It is a sig w/decompression of volvulus, any method. What would be a method that the doctor would use to perfom this procedure? Would rectal tubing be a way to perform this. Sorry if this sounds like a dumb question but I have never had to code this procedure before. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
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Old 08-26-2008, 08:25 AM
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My doctor uses a tube when he does a decompression.
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Old 08-26-2008, 09:19 AM
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Thank you for the information! I appreciate it.
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