Q&A: Noting catheter placement when reporting selective radiological imaging CPT codes
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Q&A: Noting catheter placement when reporting selective radiological imaging CPT codes
Q: What documentation details should coders pay attention to when reporting radiological imaging CPT codes?
 

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