CPT® Code 75982

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Percutaneous placement of drainage catheter for combined internal and external biliary drainage or of a drainage stent for internal biliary drainage in patients with an inoperable mechanical biliary obstruction, radiological supervision and interpretation

The procedure described by CPT® Code 75982 involves the percutaneous placement of a drainage catheter specifically designed for combined internal and external biliary drainage, or the insertion of a drainage stent for internal biliary drainage. This intervention is indicated for patients suffering from an inoperable mechanical biliary obstruction, which means that the obstruction cannot be resolved through surgical methods. The procedure is performed by a physician who carefully inserts a catheter into the bile duct, which is located near the liver. The primary purpose of this catheter is to facilitate the drainage of bile, allowing for the removal of excess fluid both externally, outside of the body, and internally, into another anatomical structure. During the procedure, the physician utilizes radiological supervision, which includes taking and interpreting X-ray images to ensure accurate placement of the catheter and to monitor the biliary system. This imaging is crucial for guiding the procedure and confirming that the catheter is correctly positioned to alleviate the obstruction and restore proper bile flow.