AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2016 Issue 3; Ask the Editor

Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography with Sphincterotomy and Insertion of Pancreatic Stent

A patient with abnormal liver function test and acute pancreatitis suspected of being due to gallstones, underwent endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) with sphincterotomy and pancreatic stent insertion. During the procedure, the biliary tree was swept with a balloon, but no stones were found. What is/are the correct root operation(s) for ERCP with sphincterotomy and pancreatic stent insertion? Is a separate code assigned for the balloon sweep, since the intent was to remove any stones that may have been present? ...

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