How to code the below procedure?
The thigh was then prepped with alcohol solution. Local anesthesia
was administered to the tissue surrounding the thrombosed
varicosities. Using multiple 18 gauge needles, aspiration of
thrombus from the varicosities was performed under real time
ultrasound guidance. A large amount of thrombus was aspirated from
the varicosities. The patient was advised to continue wearing her
compression stocking.
Thanks in advance!
The thigh was then prepped with alcohol solution. Local anesthesia
was administered to the tissue surrounding the thrombosed
varicosities. Using multiple 18 gauge needles, aspiration of
thrombus from the varicosities was performed under real time
ultrasound guidance. A large amount of thrombus was aspirated from
the varicosities. The patient was advised to continue wearing her
compression stocking.
Thanks in advance!