KBean2018
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Hello, I am unable to locate cpt for the below procedure. Any assistance is appreciated. thank you
Procedure: Placement of external ventricular drain
An external ventricular drain was placed into the ventricle on the first pass without difficulty. The pressure remained low. This was tunneled out posteriorly and secured to the skin with a 3-0 nylon suture. The wound was then irrigated and closed in the usual fashion. All sponge and needle counts were correct. I was present, scrubbed, and performed/supervised all key portions of this procedure. The patient was then awoken and taken to recovery room in good condition with no evidence of intraoperative complications.
Procedure: Placement of external ventricular drain
An external ventricular drain was placed into the ventricle on the first pass without difficulty. The pressure remained low. This was tunneled out posteriorly and secured to the skin with a 3-0 nylon suture. The wound was then irrigated and closed in the usual fashion. All sponge and needle counts were correct. I was present, scrubbed, and performed/supervised all key portions of this procedure. The patient was then awoken and taken to recovery room in good condition with no evidence of intraoperative complications.