Per CPT guidelines, a separate procedure:
A) Is coded when it is performed as a part of another,
larger procedure X
B) Is considered to be an integral part of another, larger service
C) Is never coded under any circumstances
D) Both a and b above X
Answer: B) Is considered to be an integral part of another, larger service
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