diagnosis code

What is the ICD-9-CM diagnosis code for percutaneous needle biopsy of kidney?

Apr 25th, 2012 - nmaguire 2,606

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Why did you do the biopsy?

Apr 25th, 2012 - agnes 1

re: diagnosis code

This is a study question and there was no reason given. I am not sure what code to use

Apr 26th, 2012 -

re: diagnosis code

Reivew the whole document throughly, below is an example, it maybe helpful for you, I hope so.

ICD-9 189.0: Malignant Neoplasm Kidney Exc Pelvis

ICD px code 55.23: Closed [Percutaneous][Needle] Biopsy of Kidney

CPT® 50200:Rnl Bx Prq Trocar/Ndl