Question:
Question:
What CPT code would be used for an ultrasound-guided biopsy of a lymph node in the axilla?
Answer:
Assuming that this is not an aspiration biopsy, the following codes would be assigned:
38505 Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (e.g., cervical, inguinal, axillary)
76942 Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement (e.g., biopsy, aspiration, injection, localization device), imaging supervision and interpretation
An aspiration biopsy would be coded as follows:
10022 Fine needle aspiration; with imaging guidance
76942 Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement (e.g., biopsy, aspiration, injection, localization device), imaging supervision and interpretation
Answer: