A 62-year-old diabetic female underwent a Whipple procedure for carcinoma of the head of the pancreas. During the procedure, the patient was monitored by the CRNA. Select the appropriate CPT and ICD-10-CM codes.

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The correct CPT code for anesthesia during a Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy) is 00794, with the physical status modifier P3 indicating a patient with severe systemic disease. The QX modifier is used for CRNA service with medical direction by a physician. The ICD-10-CM codes are C25.0 for carcinoma of the head of the pancreas and E11.9 for type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications, which is relevant given the patient's diabetic condition.

A 62-Year-Old Diabetic Female Underwent a Whipple Procedure for Carcinoma