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What is the area adjacent to the carotid artery that can be a site of tumor excision?
carotid body
Can a blocked artery cause hand swelling?
Yes it can. I have just had a stent inserted to open an artery which is being pressed nearly closed by an inoperable tumor. The swelling is gong down slowly.
What is a non benign tumor?
Its a malignant tumor.
What part of speech is tumor?
Tumor is a noun. The x-ray showed that he has a tumor.
Did Vincent van Gogh have a tumor?
No, he did not.
What is the area adjacent to the carotid artery that can be a site of tumor excision?
carotid body
What is potato tumor?
A carotid body tumor (chemodectoma)
Is there a drug called excision?
No there is no drug with the name of excision. Excision is when a surgeon removes all of an organ, tissue, or tumor from a body.
What is the cpt cade for excision of the cervical tracheal tumor?
31785
What is the cpt code for removal of a tumor?
The CPT code for the removal of a tumor depends on the specific type of tumor and the method of removal. Common codes include 19120 for excision of a breast tumor, 11400-11446 for excision of skin tumors, and 23075 for excision of a tumor from the shoulder area. Always refer to the latest CPT coding guidelines or consult a coding specialist for accurate coding based on the specific procedure and location.
Is a carotid body tumor cancerous?
A carotid body tumor, also known as a carotid body paraganglioma, is typically a benign tumor that arises from the carotid body, a small structure involved in regulating blood pressure and respiration. While most carotid body tumors are non-cancerous, they can exhibit aggressive behavior and have the potential to metastasize in rare cases. Therefore, although they are primarily benign, careful evaluation and monitoring are essential. Treatment often involves surgical removal, especially if the tumor is symptomatic or growing.
Cpt code for surgical thoracoscopy with excision of pericardial tumor?
32660
What is the cpt code for surgical thoracoscopy with excision of pericardial tumor?
32661
What is the icd 9 code for excision of benign tumor of mediastinum?
32662
What is the cpt code for removal of tumor affixed to the carotid body?
60605
What is the CPT code for Excision of mediastinal tumor?
The CPT code for excision of a mediastinal tumor typically falls under the range of 39201 to 39240, depending on the specific procedure and complexity. For example, the code 39220 is often used for excision of a mediastinal tumor via thoracotomy. It’s essential to consult the latest CPT coding guidelines or a coding specialist for the most accurate and appropriate code based on the specific details of the procedure.
What does excision involve?
Excision refers to the removal of the cancer and its effects. Resection of a tumor in the colon can end the effects of obstruction, for instance, or removal of a breast carcinoma can stop the cancer.
