Wiki Flush of Plerx drain

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The Pleurx drain was assessed for patency during this clinic office visit. 15 mL of sterile saline were instilled into the Pleurx drain. The Pleurx was then connected to a Pleurx Vacutainer and 25 mL of serous blood-tinged fluid were returned. One small clot was cleared from the tubing. Procedure was conducted in a sterile environment. Patient had no shortness of breath or complaints of pain. Procedure was tolerated well by the patient. The Pleurx is patent and functioning well.

I was wondering if the above scenerio is billable. This was performed in an office setting.

Thank you in advance for your help.

Beth
 
I know this is an older post, but did you ever find more information on this?
 
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