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ICD-9-CM
E874.4

ICD-9-CM Code E874.4

Official Description

Mechanical failure of instrument or apparatus during; aspiration of fluid or tissue, puncture, and catheterization
Abdominal paracentesis
Aspirating needle biopsy
Blood sampling
Lumbar puncture
Thoracentesis
Excludes: heart catheterization (E874.5)
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