Clinical classification codes

Coding recommendations

E49.1 Diagnostic fibreoptic endoscopic examination of lower respiratory tract and biopsy of lesion of lower respiratory tract

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Y53.2 Approach to organ under ultrasonic control

Y76.4 Endoscopic ultrasonic approach to other body cavity

Note: The OPCS-4 code Y53.4 Approach to organ under fluoroscopic control can be assigned in addition if fluoroscopic guidance is utilised.

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