An established patient presents to the clinic today for a follow-up of his pneumonia. He was hospitalized for 6 days on IV antib
iotics. He was placed back on Singulair and has been doing well with his breathing since then. An expanded problem focused exam was performed. Records were obtained from the hospital and the provider reviewed the labs and X-rays. The patient was told to continue antibiotics for another two weeks to 20 days, and the prescription Keteck was replaced with Zithromax. Patient is to return to the clinic in two weeks for recheck of his breathing and follow up X-ray. What CPT® code is reported
The CPT code that is reported is the number 32960 called the therapeutic pneumothorax.
Explanation:
Pneumothorax is diagnosed by a chest x-ray. In some cases, a CT scan may be necessary to provide more specific images. An ultrasound can also be used to identify a pneumothorax. The goal is to avoid pressure in the lung to allow it to expand again. The methods to achieve these objectives depend on the severity of the lung collapse and sometimes on the general state of health
THC’s chemical structure is similar to the brain chemical anandamide. Similarity in structure allows the body to recognize THC and to alter normal brain communication.
