AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2025 Issue 2; Ask the Editor
Drainage of Prevesical Abscess
The above patient underwent robotic takedown of the colovesical fistula and drainage of the prevesical abscess. The robotic ports were placed in the abdominal wall. The fistula was then taken down with a combination of sharp and blunt dissection. The prevesical abscess cavity was entered with drainage of moderate amount of pus. What is the correct body part value and code assignment for drainage of the prevesical abscess?
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