Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) is a simple biopsy technique usually done in the breast, thyroid gland or lymph nodes in the neck, groin, or armpit. In this procedure, a thin needle is passed through the skin to obtain a sample of a fluid or tissue from a swelling or lump. Medical practices as well as medical coding companies should note that the CPT codes for FNA have been updated recently.
Check out the infographic below to learn the 2019 CPT coding changes for FNA