Chapter 4
Section 12.1
Mediastinum And Diaphragm
Issue Date: August 26, 1985
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1.0 CPT
PROCEDURE CODE RANGE
39000 - 39599
2.0 DESCRIPTION
The mediastinum involves the mass of tissues
and organs separating the two lungs, between the sternum in front
and the vertebral column behind, and from the thoracic inlet above
to the diaphragm below. It contains the heart and its large vessels,
the trachea, esophagus, thymus, lymph nodes, and other structures
and tissues. The diaphragm involves the musculomembranous partition separating
the abdominal and thoracic cavities, and serves as a major inspiratory
muscle.
3.0 POLICY
Services and supplies required in the diagnosis
and treatment of illness or injury involving either the mediastinum
or diaphragm are covered.
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