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Colonoscopy with digital anal dilation

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plynn

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Colonoscopy with biopsy & polpectomy by hot bx forceps (45380 & 45384)
But doctor also indicates she performed digitial (3 fingers) anal dilation for anal stricture.

Can anyone help with code for digital anal dilation???

Thanks
pvaughn
 
The GI endoscopic dilation codes described by CPT include the use of a device, e.g. balloon, guide wire, bougie. You might consider using an unlisted code, rectum (45999), but I would be surprised to find any payers reimbursing.
 
That is what I decided to file with and I agree on the unlikely reimbursement.
Thank you so much for your reply.
 
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