Wiki Procedure: intravenous line placement with ultrasound guidance in ED

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What CPT would you bill ? This is done bt ED doc ?
Procedure: intravenous line placement with ultrasound guidance
Indication: difficult access, multiple failed attempts by RN
22 gauge 1.5 inch needle placed under sonographic guidance in left antecubital fossa
good blood return, flushed easily with normal saline- no resistance. Secured with tape.

ED Attending Discharge Diagnosis:
ED Diagnosis:
Acute pyelonephritis (590.10): Entered Date: 02-Jul-2015 22:12, Entered By: Dr X

Level of Care:
Level of Care V.
 
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