AMA CPT® Assistant - 2003 Issue 10 (October)
Urinary System (October 2003)
October 2003 page 10c Coding Consultation:Questions and Answers Urinary System, 51702 (Q&A) Question Can code 51702, Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; simple (eg, Foley), be reported if performed in the hospital setting? AMA Comment Code 51702 describes the insertion of a Foley catheter for patients with chronic problems, such as neurogenic bladder, and insertion of catheters in patients with acute retention in the hospital setting. Therefore, code 51702 can be reported if performed in the hospital setting. Urinary System (October 2003). CPT® Assistant. 2003; October 2003 page 10c ...
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