Artificial opening NOS, has one: Difference between revisions
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*Of course during the database record when the artificial opening was created, the sole correct code is a CCI code for that procedure, e.g: [[Chest tube, left in place]] | *Of course during the database record when the artificial opening was created, the sole correct code is a CCI code for that procedure, e.g: [[Chest tube, left in place]] | ||
*This applies equally if the artificial opening is still patent, but there is no longer a device in it. | *This applies equally if the artificial opening is still patent, but there is no longer a device in it. | ||
Includes: | '''Includes:''' | ||
* | * Ileal conduit (urostomy) | ||
* PD catheter | |||
*'''Excludes: ''' | *'''Excludes: ''' | ||