What would be the appropriate code(s) to report the following scenario? Both the right and

What would be the appropriate code(s) to report the following scenario? Both the right and left puncta (openings of the tear ducts) were dilated. Using a Bowman probe, the canalicular system (tear drainage pathway) was accessed, passing through adhesions. Stentsvwere placed through the canaliculi, retrieved from the nose, tied, and released. On both sides, lateral canthotomy and inferior cantholysis were performed (surgical opening and release of the eyelid angle). A 2-mm tarsal strip (section of the eyelid's supporting tissue) was created. The medial lower eyelid was everted, and cautery was performed just below the punctum, inverting its position. The tarsal strip was sutured inside the orbital rim, and a reforming suture was placed. The lateral canthal skin was rearranged and closed with sutures.

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