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Which connective tissue surrounds individual muscle fibers?

Which ligament prevents hyperextension of the knee?

The diaphragm separates thoracic cavity from abdominal cavity.

The joint between the atlas and axis is classified as a

The pH scale measures the concentration of

EGD (transoral) with removal of a piece of a chicken bone.   43194  Esophagoscopy, rigid, transoral; with removal of foreign body 43247  Esophagogastroduodenoscopy; with removal of foreign body 43215  Esophagoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of foreign body 43235  Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen by brushing or washing, when performed   

What is the correct CPT code assignment for closed reduction of right radial shaft fracture?   25500-RT – Closed treatment of radial shaft fracture; without manipulation 25505-RT – Closed treatment of radial shaft fracture; with manipulation 25520-RT – Closed treatment of radial shaft fracture and closed treatment of dislocation of distal radioulnar joint 25565-RT – Closed treatment of radial and ulnar shaft fractures; with manipulation

The physician documents that the patient was seen for a sore throat and low-grade fever for two days. Although the patient had been gargling with warm salt water, it was not helping. What part of this documentation would be considered “modifying factors” in the history-of-present-illness documentation element?

What is the correct code assignment for destruction of two groups of internal hemorrhoids with use of infrared coagulation?   46250 – Hemorrhoidectomy, external, 2 or more columns/groups 46930 – Destruction of internal hemorrhoid(s) by thermal energy (eg. infrared, coagulation, cautery, radiofrequency) 46260 – Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups 46946 – Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by ligation other than rubber band; 2 or more hemorrhoid columns/groups, without imaging guidance  

Office Visit Date of service: 9/28/20 Date of last treatment: 8/3/18The patient is seen for a chief complaint of shortness of breath and fatigue. The physician documents a medically appropriate history and examination. The problem is one undiagnosed new problem with uncertain prognosis. The physician ordered three unique tests with moderate risk. What is the correct E/M code for this service?