[Verified Answer]: CPT code for After the administration of…

CPT code for After the administration of anesthesia, a surgical incision was made form the axilla to the top of the shoulder blade. After access to the thoracic cavity was achieved, the mediastinum was identified. A tumor approximately 4.0 X 5.0 cm was visualized. This mass was dissected free from the surrounding tissue. The tumor in total was sent to pathology for analysis. Al instrument and sponge counts were correct. The rip spreader was released. The thoracic muscles were closed with staples. The skin was closed with sutures. The patient had minimal blood loss. Pathologic analysis returned a dx of benign thymoma.