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SuperCoder on "removal of percutaneous transhepatic cholangiogram catheter."

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Removal and replacement of an external or internal-external biliary drainage catheter is reported with codes 47525, Change of percutaneous biliary drainage catheter, and 75984, Change of percutaneous tube or drainage catheter with contrast monitoring (e.g., genitourinary system, abscess), radiological supervision and interpretation.

If done laparoscopically no code exists. Use an unlisted 47579 for this.


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