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Old 04-24-2012, 09:24 PM
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Smile Aspiration Procedure Code?

Does anyone know if there is an outpatient procedure code for aspiration. Thanks
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Old 04-24-2012, 10:15 PM
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Does anyone know if there is an outpatient procedure code for aspiration. Thanks
aspiration of what?
Look at 10022 for general, but other codes are available for specific procedures.
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Old 04-26-2012, 08:49 PM
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Donna, thanks for your help.
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