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CPT Knowledgebase - Jun 10, 2014
What is the correct CPT code to report for mini bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) performed under moderate sedation? A mini BAL catheter is advanced down the endotracheal tube and 20 cc-30 cc normal saline is instilled, which is then followed by suction for a sample that is sent for testing.
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