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Learn How to Report Control of GI Bleed Following CRC Screening

Published on Fri Dec 05, 2025

Question: I have an op note for a second colonoscopy performed the day after the patient experienced postprocedural bleeding following a screening colonoscopy. The screening colonoscopy was complete, and the second procedure was performed as control of bleeding with gastrointestinal (GI) bleed. What diagnosis codes should I report for the procedure? Maryland Subscriber Answer: Use an appropriate code from the [...]
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